The source of Thailand still depends on the short dynasty, which was established in 1238, and the larger zoo was established in the middle of14th century. Thai culture is deeply influenced by China and India. /kloc-began to contact with European powers in the 6th century, but despite constant pressure, Thailand was the only Southeast Asian country that never took over European power. Despite the influence of the West, including the threat of force, it led to many reforms and professional concessions of British business interests in the 9th century, including the loss-making three southern provinces and later the three northern states of Malaysia.
Thais are very proud that they have never been colonized by European powers. There are two main reasons: it served as a buffer zone with parts of Asia, and a series of talented rulers appeared in France, Britain and Thailand at 1800.
What is bloodless is that the 1932 revolution led to a constitutional monarchy. It was learned that Siam and South Korea changed their names to Thailand for the first time in 1939, and finally formed after World War II 1949. In the conflict, Thailand and Japan are loosely allied; After the conclusion of the treaty, Thailand became an ally of the United States. Thailand subsequently experienced a series of military coups, but the democratic process began in the 1980s.
The official calendar of Thailand is based on the Buddhist era, and the Gregorian calendar is 543 years. For example, 2006-2549 was fair.
65438+On February 26th, 2004, the tsunami along the southwest coast of Thailand was damaged according to the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. In some places, it is as high as 10 meter. More than 5,000 people in Thailand have died from such tourists, half of them.
politics
The king's direct power is not great, but the constitutional provisions are only the protector of the anointed, a symbol of Thai Buddhist national identity, and unified. The current monarch enjoys the respect and moral authority of many people, which is sometimes used to solve political crises. The head of government, the Prime Minister, is a member of the lower house of parliament appointed by the king, usually the leader of a political party, and can form a majority Coalition government.
The parliament of Thailand's House of Representatives is the National People's Power Congress (rathasapha), which consists of 500 seats in the House of Representatives (sapha phuthaen ratsadon) and the Senate (? 200 seats for wuthisapha). Members of the Senate and the House of Representatives are elected by popular vote. In the post-election system of the House of Representatives, only one candidate can be elected by obtaining a simple majority in a constituency. The Senate is based on the provincial election system and can return to provinces with more than one senator according to the size of the group. The term of office of a representative is four years, and that of a senator is four years. The six-year court system (? , sacred) * * * is divided into three layers, the highest judicial organ by the Supreme Court (? Sandika) is directly appointed by the monarch's judge. Thailand is an active member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
province
Thailand is divided into 75 provinces (? Changwat), which is divided into five groups, where the provinces (autonomous regions and municipalities directly under the Central Government) are located. There are also special jurisdictions 2: in the capital Bangkok (Krung Motel Thep is in Thailand) and Pattaya. But it is still a part of Pattaya, Li Wu in the spring. Some Thais still regard Bangkok as a province, which makes Thailand a country consisting of 76 provinces. Provinces are divided into smaller regions-there were 795 regions in 2000 (? , amphoe), 8 1 Nian Street (? King amphoe) and 50 regions Bangkok (? However, khet border province of Bangkok is called Greater Bangkok and Paris in some areas. Monthon). These provinces include nonthaburi, Baton Thani, Pak Lam, Baton, Thailand and Pak Lam. Names of provincial capitals (? For example, the capital of changwat Chiang Mai is Amphoe mueang Chiang Mai. In 75, the provinces were as follows:
north
Chiang Mai, Chiang Kai-shek's Night Rain, Kamphaeng Phet, Nanbang, Lamphun, son of Meigang, Sa Wan Tai, male, Fa Yao, present, Peng Shiluo, phrea Dynasty, Germany, Thani, Uttaradit.
northeast
Amnat Charoen, Bliram, Chaiyapu, Carracin, Concan, Loy, Ma Hasala Kamm, Mukadahan, Tanner, Terrazzi Ma, Nong Bulanpu, Nong Kai, return on investment, etc. Shakangtai, Silicon Mountain, Surin, Ubuntu, Thani Nature, Asoton.
east
Chachoengsao，Chanthaburi，Chonburi，Prachinburi，Rayong，Sa Kaeo，Trat。
centre
And band, singing Renjinat in Taixi Zoo, distributed in Beibi, WaiBubulj, NaYork, Baton Thani, Bichabuli, Prachup Sirihan, Lachabuli, Samut Plaquin, Samut Sakong, Samut Songkaram, Sarah Buli, Chanbuli and Supan Buli in Thailand.
south
Chunpeng, Krabi, Danmala, Nalati, separatist rebels, Panya, Phatalon, Phuket, Ranong, Shatong, Song, Surat Thani, Zhuang, Thailand.
Special jurisdiction
Krung Thep Motai (Bangkok), Mueang Pattaya (dike)
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geography
Thailand is home to several different regions and some corresponding provinces. The northern part of this country is a mountainous area, and the main point is the highest, with a height of 2576 meters. Because he Nong extends northeast from the Hora Plateau east of the Mekong River. The center of this country is the Chao Phraya River basin which flows into the Gulf of Thailand. To the south of the narrow fast food restaurant, there are even Malaysians.
The local climate is tropical and advocates monsoon. The rainy, warm and cloudy southwest monsoon lasts from mid-May to September, and the dry and cool northeast monsoon lasts from 165438+ 10 to mid-March. The southern isthmus is always hot and humid. Ratchasima, the capital city of Bangkok, includes Thailand, Thani, Thai Shawan, Chiang Mai, Surat Thani, Phuket and Hoai (Song Province).
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economy
After enjoying the highest growth rate in the world from 1985 to 1995, the average annual growth rate was 9%-the Thai currency increased pressure, and the Thai baht led to the 1997 financial crisis, exposing its weaknesses and forcing the government to float its currency. The 25-year-old peg to the US dollar and Thai baht reached the lowest point of $56 in 1998 1 month, and the economy contracted 10.2% in the same year. This collapse triggered a severe test of a wide-ranging Asian financial storm.
Thailand entered the recovery stage in 1999, expanding by 4.2%, and increased by 4.4% in 2000, largely due to strong exports, and increased to 20% in 2000. The global economy was eclipsed by growth and became weak in 2006. On the contrary, in the following years, Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was often called (had to) take advantage of Thaksin's economy because of China's strong growth and various domestic stimulus plans. In 2003 and 2004, the annual growth rate was over 6%.
Physical industries include electrical appliances, spare parts, computer parts and automobiles, while tourism accounts for about 5% of Thailand's GDP.
Human population
The population of Thailand is all Thai Lao people, while the latter is concentrated in the northeast and around cosmetics, accounting for one third of the population. There is also a large Chinese community in Thailand, which has played an important role in the proportion of the economy in history. Bangkok China City is located on Yaowarat Road. Other ethnic groups include Malays in the south, Mondays, reds and various indigenous mountain tribes. After the Vietnam War, many Vietnamese refugees lived in Thailand, mainly in the eastern region.
According to the latest census (2000), 94.6% of Thais believe in Hinayana Buddhism. Muslims are the second largest religious group in Thailand, accounting for 4.6%. Most of them are Malays, and most of them are concentrated in the south, where they form a strong majority in four provinces. Christians, mainly Catholics, account for 0.75% of the population. A small group of Sikhs and some Hindus also live in the cities of this country.
Thai is the national language of Thailand, written in its own alphabet, but there are many races and dialects, and the main residents or Cambodians in this area all speak Thai. Although English is widely taught in schools, its level is low.
culture
The center of Hinayana Buddhism is the identity and belief of modern Thailand. At the southernmost tip of Thailand, Islam is very common. Many different ethnic groups are distributed in different parts of Thailand, and these ethnic groups overlap in Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia. Many of these groups are marginalized by Thai society. Chinese are an important part of Thai society, especially in Bangkok and its surrounding areas. Many places have economic and political power over Chinese, including the Prime Minister.
Ancestor worship is a big part of Thai practice and monk charity. Thais are very kind and hospitable and have a strong social class. Honorific words are an important everyday language in Thai, especially address words.
Muay Thai is a national sport in Thailand and its own country. In 1990, it was very popular all over the world. Similar forms of martial arts also exist in other Southeast Asian countries.
The standard in Thailand is a greeting gesture similar to prayer, called wai. Taboos include touching other people's heads or using body parts that are considered the highest and lowest feet. Stepping on people or food is considered an insult to them. Books and other documents are regarded as the most respected secular objects-so don't slide across the table or book, put it on the floor.
Thailand is a constitutional monarchy country, and it is a very respected and revered king. It is illegal to insult the royal family.
The five basic cuisines in Thailand have different tastes: sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty.