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Which surname is very common among Thais?

None. There are no common Thai surnames. Surnames were largely introduced to Thai culture only by the 1913 Surname Act. Under Thai law, only one family can use any given surname: any two people of the same surname must be related, and it is very rare for two people to share the same full name.

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Which country was formerly named Siam?

Thailand. The country has always been called Mueang Thai by its citizens. Portuguese explorers named it Siam, possibly from the Chinese name “Xiam”. The name “Siam” was used officially by Thai government until 1939, when it was changed to Thailand. In 1945 the name reverted to Siam, and in 1949 reverted once again to Thailand.

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Where is the Kwai river?

In Thailand. River Kwai in Thailand today, but there was no such river when the "bridge on the River Kwai" was created. The movie tells a fictional story, and the film crew built a wooden bridge on the Mae Klong river. This part of the river was then renamed Khwae Yai to bring geographical fact more in line with the movie.

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What is the only country in Southeast Asia that was never colonized?

Thailand. For the past four centuries, Thai rulers exploited the rivalry between French Indochina and the British Empire, keeping Thailand as a buffer state between parts of Southeast Asia that were colonized by these two powers.

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In which country is practicing Buddhists constitute the largest part of the population?

In Thailand. It is estimated that 93% of the population in Thailand and Cambodia are practicing Buddhists. There are also a lot of practicing Buddhists in Burma, Bhutan, Laos and Sri Lanka, while only 36% in Japan and 9% in Nepal.

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What kind of bird is that?

Black hornbill. The black hornbill (Anthracoceros malayanus) is a species of bird of the hornbill family Bucerotidae. It lives in Asia in Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand. It is the major seed disperser for Durio graveolens, a species of durian.

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Where is this dance from?

Thailand. Dance is the main dramatic art form of Thailand. For centuries, the elegant Thai dance drama was supported by regal patronage.

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What is the dominant religion in Thailand?

Buddhism. Thailand's national religion, Theravada Buddhism, is central to modern Thai identity. 94% of Thais are Buddhists.

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What breed of cat is considered to be lucky, and is offered in Thailand to a bride on her wedding day?

Korat. The Korat is known colloquially as the "good luck cat". Traditionally, they are given in pairs to newlyweds or people who are highly esteemed, for good luck. Until recently, Korats were not sold, but only given as gifts. The Korat breed comes from Thailand.

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Where is Bangkok?

At point 3. The location of Bangkok is easily recognizable thanks to the distinctive square-shaped Bay of Bangkok.

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