Buddhism
What is the state of enlightenment, where the cycle of rebirth ends?
Nirvana
What is the capital of Thailand?
Bangkok
Elephant
What energy drink brand that we all know was created in Thailand?
What is the name of the second noble truth?
Samudaya - the cause of suffering is attachment and craving
What are 2 of the 4 countries Thailand borders?
Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia
Annual Festival of Monkeys
Bangkok has the longest official city name in the country. How many LETTERS does the full name have?
168 letters
What is the major festival celebrating Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death?
Vesak - Buddha Day
What is the highest mountain in Thailand?
Doi Inthanon
How many temples are there in Thailand?
35,000
How many times a day do they play their national anthem?
2 times
What are 2 of the 4 noble truths?
1. All life involves suffering
2. The cause of suffering is attachment
3. Suffering can be overcome
4. The path to overcoming is the Eight-fold path
What is the main river that flows through Bangkok?
Chao Phraya River
How many letters are in the Thai language's alphabet?
76 (44 consonants & 32 vowels)
Thailand had a different name until 1939. What was it?
Siam
What is the name of the deity of wisdom?
Vimalakirti
The famous "Golden Triangle" where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet is famous for what historical trade?
Opium trade
What cat breed is native to Thailand?
Siamese
Thailand is home to world's smallest mammal. What is it?
the Bumblebee bat