Buddhism is the official religion of Thailand and is practiced by 96% of the population.
About 96% of Thailand's population is Buddhist. Buddhism is a religion that encourages its followers to reduce suffering in the world. Because of the Buddhist influence in this culture, many boys and young men become monks for a short time in their lives. Throughout Thailand there are many monks. They wear orange robes and have shaved heads. Most people wear modern clothes and dress in shirts and pants, jeans, or skirts. Thailand is a very friendly, beautiful, and religious country. Throughout history, the region of Thailand has also been known as Siam. Today, Thailand is a popular tourist destination in the heart of South East Asia.Thailand is a leading manufacturer of electronics. Many women work in electronics factories as assemblers. Thailand also is the world's largest producer of pineapples. |