Think you know Thailand? Prove it by taking our Thailand knowledge quiz below. We’ve made the majority of questions quite easy for any seasoned Thai visitor or expat, but there are a couple of curveballs in there too!
Try the quiz below and share the results with your friends at the end of the quiz. Good luck!!
#1. Hua Hin is located in which Thai province?
#2. Which Thai city is famed for its troops of wild monkeys?
Lopburi is famous for its temples and monkeys, who often overrun the city streets.
#3. What was the capital of Thailand before Bangkok?
There have been four capitals of the Kingdom:
Sukhothai – from 1238 to 1378
Ayuttaya – from 1350 to 1767
Thonburi – from 1767 to 1782
Bangkok – from 1782 to present
#4. Which of the following Thai provinces borders Malaysia?
In total, four Thai provinces border Malaysia. They are:
- Satun
- Songkhla
- Yala
- Narathiwat
#5. What is the Thai name for Bangkok?
The Thai name for Bangkok is shortened to “Krung Thep”, however, the full name is:
Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit!!
#6. Which Thai island is famous for full moon parties?
Did you know?
The first full moon party was attended by around 30 people back in 1983 on Koh Phangan. Today, thousands of young people attend full moon parties at Haad Rin Beach on the island.
#7. What is Thailand's largest island?
Phuket is Thailand’s largest island by some distance. The four largest islands in Thailand are:
- Phuket – 543 km²
- Samui – 228.7 km²
- Koh Chang – 217 km²
- Koh Phangan – 125 km²
#8. What is the name of the Thai New Year festival?
The Thai New Year period is known as “Songkran” and occurs in April every year when the sun moves from Pisces to Aries in the zodiac. It is celebrated with water fighting and splashing.
#9. When is Father's Day in Thailand?
Father’s Day in Thailand falls on December 5th, the birthday of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rama IX. Rama IX was Thailand’s longest-ruling monarch and is known as the Father of the nation., hence his birthday is celebrated as Father’s Day.
#10. Which Thai island is famed for scuba diving?
Koh Tao is one of the world’s top destinations for scuba diving, issuing hundreds of diving certifications annually. Currently, there are more than 70 dive schools on the small island.
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