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Islam is a minority faith in Thailand, with recent statistics suggesting a population of around 4 million, or almost 6% of the population. Figures as high as 10% of Thailand's population have also been mentioned. Most Thai Muslims belong to the Sunni branch, although Thailand has a very diverse and developing population which includes immigrants from around the world.
There are 3,494 mosques in Thailand. Many of them are located in Southern Thailand, with up to 170 with Bangkok itself.
Thailand Filming Permit process for filming in Islamic Architecture.
Filming in Islamic Architecture
Filming in Islamic Architecture can only be obtained after receiving a Film Office Film Permit. see details here: Obtaining Film Location Permits
The Permit Process
We have provided a detailed step-by-step guide on the film permit process here. Obtaining Film Location Permits
Bangkok
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The Foundation of Islamic Centre of Thailand
IA-1-002Originally named “The Foundation of the Central Mosque of Thailand”, it was founded in Bangkok on 1 October 1954.
Ban Oou Mosque
IA-1-001First Registered Mosque of Bangkok, built during the reign of King Rama IV
The Central Plains
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Masjid Nurul Yaman, Ayutthaya_edited
The North
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Hedaytul Islam (Ban Ho) Mosque, Chiang Mai
IA-3-002One of the biggest mosques in the province and also one of the seven Chinese mosques in Chiang Mai.
Darun Aman Mosquem, Chang RaiHedaytul Islam (Ban Ho) Mosque
IA-3-001The largest Mosque in Chang Rai. A mixture between Chinese and Islamic architecture.
The Deep South
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Satun Central Mosque or Mambang Mosque, Satun
IA-8-004The architectural style of Masjid Mambang was built in 1 dome similar to a lotus or “ship” in the Thai chess game.
Old Central Mosque, Narathiwat
IA-8-003Also widely known as Yumiya Mosque, or Rayo Mosque, in Narathiwat was built in 1938 in the Sumatran-style.
The Central Mosque of Pattani
IA-8-002One of the largest and most beautiful mosques in Thailand. Built in 1954. It is the center for Islam in the South.
Krue Se Mosque, Pattani
IA-8-001This ancient mosque is built in the Middle Eastern style built during the reign of King Naresuan the Great (1578 - 1593).