10 facts about thailand and the places of interest
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Thailand is bigger than the United Kingdom, Iceland, Belgium and Austria combined.
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Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand. Bangkok is one of the most beautiful places in Asia..
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Her Majesty the Queen Sirikit was one of the most beautiful women in the 20th century.
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Different from Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam,Thailand is not among the Asia´s poorest countries.
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Thailand is famous for its hospitality, and the average visitor will have no difficulty in adapting to local customs.
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Pornthip "Bui" Nakhirunkanok became the second Thai to win the Miss Universe title after Apasra Hongsakula in 1965. The year was 1988.The place was exotic Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan.
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Thailand has hosted the Asian Games four times in the past century: 1966, 1970, 1978 and 1998.
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Miss Universe 1992 Pageant was held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand. Miss Namibia, Michelle
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In 1984, Pope John Paul visited Thailand.
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Between 1970 and 1996, Thailand´s economy was one of the most dynamic in the world.
Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is a metropolis where one can find both old and new, East and West, traditional and fashionable, blended together in a harmonious way. Samut Prakan (29 km) has countless tourist attractions such as historical sites, old markets and indigenous lifestyles along the canals. The largest crocodile farm in the world is situated here. Samut Songkhram (63 km) highlights King Rama II Memorial Park and Amphawa Floating Market. Those who love to experience the local lifestyles have many choices of homestay programmes to choose from. The old capital from 1350 to 1767, Ayutthaya (76 km from Bangkok), is today visited chiefly as a historical site, especially the World Heritage Historic City of Ayutthaya and associated Historic Towns. Bang Pa-in Palace, and Bang Sai Folk Arts and Crafts Centre are places recommended for inclusion in a one-day tour.
THAILANDS PLACES OF INTEREST
