Here you will find all the important facts & figures about Thailand ⇣

• Thailand is home to 71.6 million people (as of 2021), almost 15 million of whom live in the metropolitan region Bangkok live here, i.e. around 20 percent of the total population.
• The origins of the country date back to the Kingdom of Sukhothai in the 13th century, when the first independent Thai kingdom was founded, then called the "Siamese Kingdom". Later in 1782, King Rama I founded the modern Thailand we know today. It is important to emphasize that Thailand is the only country in Southeast Asia that was never conquered by a European colonial power and has always existed as an independent country.
• The reigning King of Thailand since 2016 is Maha Vajiralongkorn, also known as King Rama X.
• Thailand's neighboring countries include Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia. It lies on the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea.
• Thailand has a total of 936 islands, of which over 500 are accessible. The rest are uninhabited.
• Thailand has a tropical climate with a rainy season from April to October in most regions of the country. The Best time to travel for tourists is therefore between November and March.
• The official language is Thai and the currency is the Thai Baht (THB).
• Buddhism is the predominant religion in Thailand, which is why many parts of the country are home to impressive Buddhist temples are to be found.
• Thailand has its very own cuisine and is known worldwide for its various curry dishes, the fried rice noodle dish "Pad Thai" or the delicious coconut soup "Tom Kha Gai". You can find out more in the section Food in Thailand.
• The country has a diverse natural beauty, from lush rainforests and picturesque waterfalls in the north to breathtaking Islands and beaches in the southsuch as on Koh Phi Phi or Koh Phuket.
• Thailand has been one of the most popular destinations for German tourists for decades, which is probably mainly due to the wide range of activities that you can experience in this beautiful country: Adventurous jungle expeditions, relaxed snorkeling with sea turtles, exciting off-road quad tours, a mud fight with elephants, fascinating mountain hikes and temple visits or immersing yourself in the modern skyscrapers of Bangkok - it's all included.
• Thailand is also known for its unique Festivals such as the Songkran Water Festival (held annually in April) and the Loy Krathong and Yi Peng Lantern Festivals (in October and November respectively).