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Thailand

Thailand combines northern mountains, the Chao Phraya plain, northeastern plateau country and a southern peninsula. Bangkok lies on the lower Chao Phraya.

Fast Facts

  • The Mekong forms much of the Laos-facing border.
  • The Kra region connects the mainland with the Malay Peninsula.
  • The peninsula separates Andaman-facing waters from the Gulf of Thailand.
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