Nakhon Ratchasima

Overall Score

3

Nakkhonthrashma – the most important city of the Issean region, the center of the province in eastern Thailand. The city is located on the lower slopes of the Maun River basin, in the middle of the Khorat Plateau. By the way, Khorat – another name for the city. Nakkahonthrathcasmus is a transport hub and industrial center with a leading role in the production of silk.

Nakkahonthrathcasmus was established in the early Middle Ages, during the era of the Dvarvatva Empire. In the 11th century, it was taken over by the Empire of Kamaudjadhesh. In the 13th century, two fortified ports existed in the territory of Nakhicheonrathchasma: Sima and Khokhokhakapura. They were part of the borderline of the State of Sookahoha. In the 14th century the two ports were united into one city. Until the mid-19th century, Nakakkahoncrashmasma remained a strategic city, defending the nations borders.

In 1932, it became one of the centers of resistance in the country during the Revolution. In 2012, the city hosted the World Mini-Football Championship. In its vicinity is the famous architectural complex of Põhma of the Khmer Period.

100 USD = 3,353.00 THB

Overall Score

3
  • Air quality: 69 US AQI Moderate. Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
  • Tap water: No, not drinkable
  • Religious government: Non-religious
  • Population: 2,600,000 people
  • GDP: $5,911 / year
  • Power outlets: 230V50Hz
  • Internet: 83 Mbps
  • Best wireless: AIS
  • Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
  • Tipping: Tipping is NOT customary in Thailand, there is absolutely NO mandatory requirement to tip anyone, but small gratuities for great service are very much appreciated.
  • Apartment listings: Prakard
  • Apartments: Airbnb
  • Hotels: Booking.com
  • More hotels: Hotels.com
  • Best taxi: Grab
  • Online electronics shop: Lazada
  • Best short-haul air carrier: Air Asia
  • Best intl air carrier: Air Asia
  • Monthly costs for expat: $600
  • Monthly costs for family: $1250
  • Monthly costs for local: $360
  • Meal: $1.6
  • Small Cola: $0.6
  • Beer 1 Pint: $1.9
  • Coffee: $1.9


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