Thailand Sikhism

The Sikhs are also concentrated mainly in Bangkok, which is the truly center of Sikh immigrants. Divided into two religious sects, they worship at two different temples.

Collectively, the Sikhs operate a free school for poor children, regardless of caste, creed, or religion, and through several charitable associations they support the aged and the sick. 

Gurdwaras (Sikh temples) is featured with the wooden houses, which appeared more along with the increase of the Sikhs in 20^th century. In Thailand, Sikhs have constructed 17Gurdwaras throughout the country.

The Sikhs live in a tiny but influential community, which make particular contribution to Thai society.

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