Thailand Info Facts about Thailand
LARGEST PROVINCES IN THAILAND
1. Nakhon Ratchasima 20,493 sq.klm
2. Chiang Mai 20,107 sq.klm
3. Kanchanaburi 19,483 sq.klm
Thailand Info Facts about Thailand
LARGEST ISLANDS IN THAILAND
1. Phuket 543 sq.klm
2. Chang 429 sq.klm
3. Samui 247 sq. klm
HIGHEST PEAKS IN THAILAND
1. Doi Inthanon 2,565 metres
2. Doi Pha Hom Pok 2,285 metres
3. Doi Chiang Dao 2,195 metre
LONGEST RIVERS IN THAILAND
1. Chi 765 klm
2. Mun 750 klm
3. Nan 740 klm
4. Chao Phraya 370 klm
Nan and its main tributary, Chao Phraya, combined are 1,110 klm.
MAJOR AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS OF THAILAND
- Rubber
- Sugar
- Rice
- Tapioca
MAJOR MANUFACTURED EXPORTS OF THAILAND
- Computers and computer parts
- Cars and car spare parts
- Gems and jewellery
- Petroleum products
- Plastic resins
- Chemicals
- Electronic integrated circuits
- Rubber products
- Foodstuffs
Wat Pho (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
Wat Pho (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha), or Wat Phra Chetuphon, is located behind the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and a must-do for any first-time visitor in Bangkok. It’s one of the largest temple complexes in the city and famed for its giant reclining Buddha that measures 46 metres long and is covered in gold leaf. It’s an easy ten minute walk between here and the Grand Palace, and we recommend coming to Wat Pho second, because even though the golden Buddha here is just as popular many people don’t take the time to wander around the rest of the complex so the experience tends to be far more relaxing. This is also a great place to get a traditional Thai massage. Wat Pho is often considered the leading school of massage in Thailand, so you really are in good hands here. Since December 2012, entrance to the temple costs 100 baht and you can visit any time between 08:00 and 17:00.
Thailand Info Facts about Thailand
