Know all about Thailand’s Buddhist Communities

 With about 30,000 temples throughout the country, it is evident how vital Thailand’s national religion, Buddhism, is to the people of Thailand. Buddhism is primarily of the Theravada school (most ancient Buddhist school) in Thailand, followed by 95 per cent of the total Buddhist population. With approximately 64 million Buddhists, Thailand has the second largest Buddhist population globally, after China. 

Here is an insightful look at Thailand’s Buddhist Communities,

History of Buddhism in Thailand

In 6th century BC, Buddhism originated in India where Prince Siddhartha achieved enlightenment and transformed into Gautama Buddha (awakened one) after a 49 day meditation under a Bodhi tree. 

Buddhism later arrived in Thailand from the roots of Sri Lanka in 250 BC and by the 12th century, under the guidance of King Ramkhamhaeng, Buddhism became the most dominant religion…