Fun Facts

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Because Thailand is so special to us here at Ekamai, we thought we would share ten fun facts about Thailand!


1. Capital: Bangkok


2. Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power.


3. A unified Thai Kingdom has existed since the mid-14th century, and Thailand was known as Siam until 1939 when it officially became the Kingdom of Thailand.


4. Thailand is the 50th largest country in the world, closest in size to Spain.


5. More than 92% of the population speaks Thai or one of its regional dialects.


6. 94.6% of Thai's are Buddhist.


7. Population: 67,091,089 (July 2012 est.)


8. Agriculture products: rice, cassava (tapioca), rubber, corn, sugarcane, coconuts, soybeans.


9. Currency: Thai Baht.

10. Major Thai Holidays:

January:                                Chinese New Year
1 January:                             New Year’s Day
February-March:                    Makha Bucha Day: Buddhist holiday on full moon of
                                            fourth lunar month.
6 April:                                  Chakri Memorial Day: Honoring the dynasty of the reigning royal .    .  .                                     family.
13-15 April:                           Songran, Thai New Years celebration.
May:                                     Visakha Bucha: Buddhist holiday on full moon of the 6^th lunar.
1 May:                                  Labor Day
5 May:                                  Coronation Day: Commemorating the coronation of present King of .                                            Thailand.
July:                                Asanha Bucha Day: Buddhist Holiday on full moon of 8^th lunar month.
                            Vassa: Beginning of Buddhist lent on first waning moon of 8^th lunar month.
12 August:                          Queen’s Birthday-Mother’s Day
23 October:                        Chulalongkorn Day: Honoring a former king of Thailand.
November:                          Loy Kratong
5 December:                       King’s Birthday-Father’s Day
10 December:                     Constitution Day: Celebrating the kingdom’s first constitution.
31 December:                     New Year’s Eve

Disclaimer: Many of these facts are direct quotes from our trusted sources at: https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/th.html

http://www.tourismthailand.org/about-thailand/fast-facts/

Comment and share your favorite facts or stories about Thailand with us below! 

Running late!!

Hello everyone,

It has been a while since my last blog post. Do not worry, I am still here! It's just that sometimes, life can have you scurrying to and fro just trying to keep up. Do you ever feel that way, too? I know I have for the last couple of weeks. What with Ekamai preparing to open its brand new location in downtown Sugarhouse and a brand new concession stand for the Real Salt Lake soccer games, I can barely find a spare moment. I'm willing to bet most of you have busy, busy daily lives as well. How do you find time to balance out your schedule with your wants and needs? I need tips!!

One tip I have for you, though, is that your stomach should not have to suffer just because you are on the go. Eating regular meals is very important to your overall health, and what you eat is just as important. That's why I'd like to remind you that we have delicious and nutritious (a rare combination) Thai food always cooking on our stoves, just waiting for you to come by and order some. Your co-workers will envy you, and trust us, your body will thank you!

Only got five minutes? We can work with that! It's our goal to get you in and out in a flash -- no mess, no fuss. If you're really in a hurry, call us (801-363-2717) and we'll have it waiting for you by the time you arrive. Grab it and go -- We won't be offended. Of course, we're always happy if you have a moment to chat and tell us how you're doing, too.

Speaking of which, I would love to stick around and shoot the breeze with all of you, but I've got phones ringing and timers going off, which can only mean one thing: It's time to prepare Ekamai for opening today! I hope you find the chance to stop by and try some of our fresh Pad Basil Chicken or Pad Prik Sod Beef. I have to admit, they are smelling really good this morning... ;)