Thailand
15 00 N, 100 00 E
lowest point: Gulf of Thailand 0 m
highest point: Doi Inthanon 2,576 m
total: 4,863 km
border countries: Burma 1,800 km, Cambodia 803 km, Laos 1,754 km, Malaysia 506 km
land subsidence in Bangkok area resulting from the depletion of the water table; droughts
tin, rubber, natural gas, tungsten, tantalum, timber, lead, fish, gypsum, lignite, fluorite, arable land
arable land: 27.54%
permanent crops: 6.93%
other: 65.53% (2005)
air pollution from vehicle emissions; water pollution from organic and factory wastes; deforestation; soil erosion; wildlife populations threatened by illegal hunting
Generally hot, particularly between March and May. The monsoon season runs from June to October, when the climate is still hot and humid with torrential rains. The best time for traveling is November to February (cool season).
Required clothing
Lightweights and rainwear are advised.
time difference: UTC+7
