THAILAND QUIZ

• Thailand

  Officially known as the Kingdom of Thailand, a country located in Southeast Asia
• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai is recognized as one of Thailand's greatest places of pilgrimage due to its remnants and the impact of Chiang Mai's role as the capital of the Lanna Kingdom in the 14th century
• Thailand


  Country located in Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and Malaysia
• Geography of Thailand

  • Western border has forested mountains
  • Northeastern border has Khorat Plateau and Isan region
  • Interior is dominated by central plains
  • Southern region runs into Malaysian Peninsula with Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea
• Geographical influences on Thai architecture

  • Coastline along Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea
  • Traditional Thai houses raised on stilts to protect against flooding and pests
  • Open spaces and large windows for air flow
  • Incorporation of elements from neighbouring cultures like China and India
• Geological influences on Thai architecture

  • Use of wood, stilted construction, and steeply pitched roofs
  • Abundant supply of building materials like teak wood and bamboo
  • Decorative elements like intricate carvings and colourful tile work
• Climate influences on Thai architecture

  • Elevating living areas off the ground for air circulation and flood protection
  • Use of lightweight, sustainable, and humidity-resistant materials like teak, bamboo, and thatch
  • Wide overhanging roofs for shade and protection from sun
• Social influences in Thailand

  Governmental institutions, historical events, religious beliefs, cultural inheritance, and economic dynamics
• Cultural heritage in Thailand


  • Inherited customs, traditions, and rituals
  • Respect for elders, hierarchical relationships, and family values
• Songkran (Thai New Year)

  Festival celebrating the passing or approaching of the new year
• Loy Krathong (Festival of Lights)

  Festival showing respect to Buddha
• Monarchy in Thai society

  Highly respected as a symbol of stability, continuity, and national identity
• Buddhism in Thai society

  • Influences moral standards, interpersonal relationships, and cultural customs
  • Buddhist temples are significant centers for social events, religious rituals, and humanitarian endeavors
• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

  One of Thailand's greatest places of pilgrimage, due to its remnants and the impact of Chiang Mai's role as the capital of the Lanna Kingdom
• Buddhism in Thailand

  Introduced in the 3rd century BC, characterized by tall golden stupas
• Islam in Thailand

  Introduced in the 13th century, Muslims are the largest religious minority concentrated in the southernmost provinces
• Christianity in Thailand

  Introduced by European missionaries in the 16th and 17th centuries, has had a notable presence for centuries
• Sikhism in Thailand

  Introduced in the 20th century, Sikhs operate a free school and support the aged and sick through charitable associations
• Prominent Thai buildings

  • Grand Palace, Bangkok
  • Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), Bangkok
  • Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), Bangkok
  • Wat Benchamabophit (Marble Temple), Bangkok
  • Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai
  • Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), Chiang Rai
  • The Sanctuary of Truth
  • Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall