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Pattaya & Chon Buri

08.00-20.00 hrs. Everyday

Tourist information by fax available 24 hrs.

Website: www.tourismthailand.orgE-mail: [email protected]

Information by: TAT Pattaya Office (Chon Buri)

Tourist Information Division (Tel. 0 2250 5500 ext. 2141-5)

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TAT TOURIST INFORMATION CENTERS

TOURISM AUTHORITY OF THAILAND

HEAD OFFICE

1600 Phetchaburi Road., Makkasan

Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400

Tel. 0 2250 5500

Fax. 0 2250 5511

www.tourismthailand.org

E-mail: [email protected]

MINISTRY OF TOURISM AND SPORTS

4 Ratchadamnoen Nok Avenue, Bangkok 10100

8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. everyday

TAT PATTAYA OFFICE (CHON BURI)

609 Mu 1 Phra Tamnak Road.,

Tambom Nong Prue,Amphoe Bang Lamung,

Chon Buri 20150

Tel. 0 3842 7667, 0 3842 8750, 0 3842 3990

Fax.0 3842 9113

E-mail: [email protected]

Area of Responsibility: Chon Buri

Updated

February 2011

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CONTENTS

HOW TO GET THERE 6

ATTRACTIONS 8

Amphoe Mueang Chon Buri 8

Amphoe Si Racha 12Amphoe Ko Sichang 13

Amphoe Bang Lamung and Pattaya 15

Amphoe Sattahip 26

Amphoe Phanat Nikhom 32

Amphoe Bo Thong 34

EVENTS & FESTIVALS 35

LOCAL PRODUCTS AND SOUVENIRS 38

SPORTS 39

GOLF COURSES 44

TRADITEDAL THAI MASSAGE 46

SPAS 46

SUGGESTED TOUR PROGRAMME 48

FACILITIES IN CHON BURI AND PATTAYA 52

Accommodation 52

Restaurants 73

USEFUL CALLS 78


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Thai Term Glossary

Amphoe : District

Ban : Village

Chedi : Stupa or Pagoda

Hat : Beach

Khao : Mountain

Khlong : CanalKo : Island

Mueang : Town or City

Namtok : Waterfall

Tambon : Sub-district

Tham : Cave

Ubosot or Bot : Ordination hall in a templeViharn : Image hall in a temple

Wat : Temple

Note: English spelling given here tries to approximate Thai

pronunciation. Posted signs may be spelled differently. When

seeking help from a Thai for directions, point to the Thai

spellings given after each place name.

Chon Buri, in short Mueang Chon, has been a popular

seaside town of the eastern coast for a long period of time. It

is also an agricultural site of economic plants such as sugar

cane, cassava and Para rubber trees, as well as, a location of

the Eastern Seaboard Development Project and significantindustrial factories.

From historical evidence, Mueang Chon Buri has been

settled since the Ayutthaya period. Originally, it comprised

of many small towns such as Mueang Bang Sai, Mueang

Bang Pla Soi, and Mueang Bang Phra. Later, King Rama V

combined these towns together into Chon Buri province.

Only 80 kilometres from Bangkok and covering an area of

4,363 square kilometers, the province is administratively

divided into Amphoe Mueang Chon Buri, Amphoe Nong

Yai, Amphoe Phanat Nikhom, Amphoe Ban Bueng, Amphoe

Phan Thong, Amphoe Bo Thong, Amphoe Si Racha, Amphoe

Bang Lamung (Pattaya), Amphoe Sattahip, Amphoe Ko

Sichang and King Amphoe Ko Chan. As for Pattaya, it is an

international tourist destination with a rapid growth.

Therefore, a special local administration as Mueang Pattaya

is necessary. It was separated from the Bang Lamung

Administration, Chon Buri.


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BOUNDARIES

North borders Chachoengsao and Sumut Prakan

South borders Rayong

East borders Chanthaburi

West borders The Gulf of Thailand

HOW TO GET THERE

Travel from Bangkok

By Car: There are many routes from Bangkok to Chon Buri

as follows:

1.Take Highway No. 34, Bang Na-Trat to Chon Buri.2.Take Highway No. 304, Bangkok-Min Buri, passing

Chachoengsao province-Bang Pakong into Chon Buri.

3.Take the old route of Sukhumvit Road, Highway No. 3,

passing Samut Prakan province to the intersection of Bang

Pakong District. Enter Highway No. 34 to Chon Buri.4. Take the Motorway, Bangkok-Chon Buri-Pattaya. Tel. 1193,

0 3839 2001.

By Bus:

Bangkok - Chon Buri: From the Eastern Bus Terminal

(Ekkamai), there is a daily air-conditioned bus service from

5.40 a.m.-9.00 p.m., departing every hour, contact Tel. 0 2391

9829. A second-class air-conditioned bus service is available

during 5.00 a.m.-9.00 p.m., leaving every 30 minutes, contact

Tel. 0 2391 2504. A non air-conditioned bus service leaves

from 5.00 a.m.-9.00 p.m., departing every 30 minutes,

contact Tel. 0 2391 2504. Otherwise, take a bus service fromthe Bangkok Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) where there is an air-

conditioned bus using the Motorway, leaving from 6.30

a.m.-6.30 p.m. For more information, contact Tel. 0 2936

2852-66, or visit the website: www.transport.co.th.

Bangkok - Pattaya:An air-conditioned bus service by the Rot

Rung Rueang Company Limited is available at the Eastern

Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) from 5.00 a.m.-11.00 p.m., departing

every 30 minutes, contact Tel. 0 2712 3928; at the Bangkok

Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) from 4.30 a.m.-9.00 p.m., departing

every 30 minutes, contact Tel. 0 2936 3509; at the Southern

Bus Terminal on Borommaratchachonnani Road from


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6.00 a.m.-7.30 p.m., contact Tel. 0 2894 6362; at the

Suvarnabhumi Airport from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.: the morning

round from 8.00-12.00 noon and the afternoon round from

2.00 p.m.-6.00 p.m., leaving every two hours, contact Tel.

0 2747 4673.

Pattaya - Bangkok: An air-conditioned bus service by the Rot

Rung Rueang Company Limited is available at North PattayaRoad to different destinations: the Eastern Bus Terminal

(Ekkamai), Bangkok Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), Southern Bus

Terminal (Borommaratchachonnani Road), and Suvarnabhumi

Airport, contact Tel. 0 3842 9877

By Train:

From Hua Lamphong Railway Station, there is 1 daily train

running to Phlu Ta Luang Railway Station in Chon Buri. For

further information, please Tel. 1690 or www.railway.co.th.

Distances from Amphoe Mueang (Chon Buri Town)

to other Districts

Ban Bueng 14 kms.

Phanat Nikhom 22 kms.

Phan Thong 24 kms.

Si Racha 24 kms.

Ko Sichang 35 kms.

Bang Lamung (Pattaya) 45 kms.

Nong Yai 51 kms.

Bo Thong 56 kms.

Sattahip 86 kms.

Distances from Chon Buri to Neighbouring

Provinces

Chachoengsao 43 kms.

Samut Prakran 64 kms.

Rayong 98 kms.Chanthaburi 164 kms.

Trat 234 kms.


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ATTRACTIONS

Amphoe Mueang Chon Buri

Wat Khao Phra Phutthabat Bang Sai()is located on the left side of Sukhumvit Road a slightly prior

to Mueang Chon Buri. Originally, there was an ancientAyutthayan temple at the foot of the hill but it was later

ruined. Later, Phraya Phichitchonlakhet, the administrator of

Mueang Chon Buri had Wat Phra Phutthabat Bang Sai

re-constructed during the reign of King Rama V. Inside the

Mondopa square building with a crown-like cupola- resides

the Buddhas footprint. Moreover, there is a small buildingon the summit of the mountain housing a Buddha image in

the reclining posture. At the foot of the hill, there are many

constructions in European style of the King Rama V period.

From the end of the fourth lunar month to the second day of

the fifth month during the period of the waxing moon, there

is a tradition that people will proceed up the hill to pay

respect to the Buddhas footprint. Moreover, there is a Takbat

Thewo, alms-giving ceremony at the end of the Buddhist

Lent.

Wat Yai Inthraram ()Located on Chet Chamnong Road, Mueang Chon Buri, it is

an ancient and significant temple of Mueang Chon Buri,

influenced by the late Ayutthayan architectural style. The

Ubosot was built in its Gunwale Curve base and inside

displays very beautiful mural paintings. Above the windows

edge are the pictures of the gathering of angels. On both ofthe side walls are paintings depicting the Thotsachat, or the

Ten Births (Jatakas) of the Lord Buddha, and the story of

Prince Vessantara. Moreover, there is a wooden tri-facade

pavilion, where a bronze-cast bejewelled Buddha image

called Luangpho Choeiresides.

Phra Phutthasihing Shrine ()Situated on Wachiraprakan Road., about 500 metres from

the city hall. The shrine houses a replica of the Phra

Phutthasihing cast in pure silver. An extremely beautiful

icon, it is highly revered by townspeople. Open daily from

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a procession of the Phra Phutthasihing image around the

town to provide an opportunity for the people to conduct a

water-pouring ceremony onto the Buddha image for good luck.

Wat Thammanimit()is located in Tambon Ban Suan, on the Chon Buri-Phanat

Nikhom Road, 1 kilometre from the town. It was constructed

in 1941 and is a place where the Phra PhutthamongkhonNimit Buddha image resides. It is a concrete Buddha image

decorated with mosaic tiles in the Boarding a Boat posture

(The image sits in the European style on the throne. The left

hand is placed on his lap, while the right one is hanging by

his side.) It is 34 metres high and is situated at the foot of the

hill. Along the path to the summit, the scenery of Mueang

Chon Buri can be viewed.

Ang Sila 133 Years Old Market()is part of the Ang Sila Market, Tambon Ang Sila, where

visitors can enjoy the ambience of the lifestyle of a century

ago, try seafood, desserts, as well as buy stone cooking

mortars, and an array of souvenirs. There is also attractive

architecture with Western Colonial influences; namely, Phra

Tamnak Maha Rat and Phra Tamnak Rachini where King

Rama V the Great and His royal consort, Queen Sri

Bajarindra, used to stay. The old market is open onweekends and public holidays during 10.00 a.m.6.00 p.m. It

is under the responsibility of the Ang Sila Sub-district

Municipality, Tel. 0 3814 21004.

Wihan Thep Sathit Phra Kitti Chaloem or Nacha Sa

Thai Chue Shrine ()is located in Ang Sila sub-district, covering an area of 4 rai. It

is a Chinese shrine, beautifully and gigantically constructed

by the Dharma Rasami Maneerat Foundation along the

seaside road from Ang Sila to Khao Sam Muk. It is a 4-storey

building decorated in the extraordinary Chinese

architectural art and housing various Chinese deity images

such as Nacha Sa Thai Chue God and 1000-handed

Bodhisattva Kwan Yin image, etc. Walking to the upper

levels, the splendid beach scenery can be witnessed. It is

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Saturday, it is open until 6.00 p.m., while until 8.00 p.m. on

Sunday. For more information, Tel. 0 3839 8381-4, 0 3839 8399.

Khao Sam Muk()This is a low hillock situated between Ang Sila and Bang

Saen Beach, along the Road., facing the seashore. A habitat

of scores of wild monkeys, the hill-top affords a panoramic

view of the Bang Saen Beach. At the foot of the hill are Thai

and Chinese shrines highly respected by visitors. Legend

said it that the cliff-top was where two lovers jumped to

their death because of parental objection.

The Marine Scientific Institute ()Situated in the Burapha University at Bang Saen Beach,. It is

a modern aquarium with realistic underwater environment.

There is a marine science museum which is open daily from

8.30 a.m. until 5.30 p.m. and fish feeding demonstration 2.30

p.m. On weekend, show times 10.30 a.m., 2.30 p.m.

Admission fee is 180 baht for adults and 100 baht for

children. Tel. 0 3839 1671-3 for more information.

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Bang Saen Beach ()A well-known holiday beach only 14 kilometres from the

provincial town. From Sukhumvit Road., take a right turn at

Kms. 104 and proceed on for another 3 kilometres to get

there. In 1943, the government built the first holiday resort

in the country here. It is now under the supervision of Saen

Suk Municipal Administration. Bang Saen Beach, is widely

popular with Thai holiday-makers who happily romp along

the long beach and partake in the tasty food available.

Weekends are particularly crowded while it is relatively quiet

during weekdays. Fronting the beach are hotels, bungalows,

foodshops as well as recreational gears and bicycles for rent.

How to get there: Bus services are available from Bangkoks

Ekkamai Bus Terminal throughout the day. There are also

local Song Thaeo transports serving Chon Buri town-Nong

Mon Market-Bang Saen Beach.

Laem Thaen ()

is in the area of Bang Saen Beach near Khao Sam Muk. It isa cape reaching out to the sea where pavilions for relaxation

and restaurants are situated. There are a lot of people

coming to do fishing in the area. Moreover, a beautiful

sculpture of a dolphin stands at this place.

Nong Mon Market()On Sukhumvit Road., near the entrance Road., to Bang SaenBeach, is the widely popular Nong Mon Market. It offers

a vast range of local products but mostly foodstuffs, both

fresh and preserved. Among its well-known buys are

different types of dried seafoods and local specialties.

The Mangrove Forest Conservation and Study

Center for Ecotourism ()is located at Mu 3, Tambon Samet, covering an area of

approximately 300 rai. It is an interesting ecotourism

attraction. The centre has prepared a 2,300-metre-longwooden boardwalk for visitors to wander in the mangrove

nature where its ecological system still remains in perfect

condition. Moreover, there are also a bird-watching scaffold

and various kinds of mangrove plants such as Kongkang

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marine life such as fiddler crab, Yok Fa, a new species of

crab, as well as, various kinds of fish-eating birds. In front of

the center is also a health park. The admission fee is 10 baht

for adults and 5 baht for children. It is open daily, as well as,

on public holidays from 8.30 a.m.-8.00 p.m. For more

information, Tel. 0 3839 8268.

How to get there: Take Sukhumvit Road from Mueang ChonBuri, the similar route to the Chon Buri Provincial

Administration Office. Go straight on for 4 kilometres until

the end of the road.

Amphoe Si Racha

Ko Loi Si Racha ()This is a small islet near the northern shore of Si Racha.

Connected to the mainland by a bridge, it is a popular

location for recreation by the local people. Visitors can enjoy

feeding sea turtles in a pond. A flight of stairs leads up to

the breezy hill-top temple which offers a delightful view of

the sea.

Sriracha Tiger Zoo ()

At Kms. 20 on Highway No. 3241 between Pattaya and Bang

Saen Beach, or 10 kilometres from Si Racha District, this is a

well-maintained zoo with hoards of crocodiles, Bengal

tigers, camel, deer, scorpions and more. There are four

different shows at various times during the day, including

crocodile and tiger shows. Visitors also see how friendship

can be possible among tigers, pigs and dogs who live

together. The park is open daily from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Admission: 350 baht for adults and 250 baht for children.

Tel. 0 3829 6556-8 Bangkok Tel. 0 2934 7841, 0 2934 7841 or

www.tigerzoo.com for more information.

Khao Kheow Open Zoo ()

Located in Tambon Bang Phra This famous zoo operated by

the Zoological Garden Organization and covers a vast tract

of forestland. It is Located 19 kilometres after a left turn at

Bang Phra, about 20 kilometres south of Chon Buri on

Sukhumvit Road. There are more than 200 species of wildlife

living in their natural habitual. They include both domestic

and imported types. Open daily from 8.00 a.m. until 6.00 p.m.,

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birds. Until 11.00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Admission fee is 300 baht for

adults and 50 baht for children. Night Safari admission for

adult is 100 baht,children 50 baht tours by auto-trams. Tel.

0 3831 8444 or www.zoothailand.org for more information.

Amphoe Ko Sichang

Ko Sichang ()Twelve kilometers off the shore of Si Racha is the large islandof Sichang offering pleasant and quiet mountain and sea

views. Ko Sichang has served as a cargo station since the

early days of the countrys trading history. It is also the site of

a summer palace built during the reign of King Rama V.

Although abandon for over a century, several sections ofthe palace have been restored.

Places of interest on the island include:

Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine()Situated on a northern hill of the island, the shrine is a natural

architecture masterpiece, revered by both the Thai andChinese worshippers. From here the front side of the island

with a panoramic view of Sichang community can be clearly seen.

Mondop atop Buddhas Footprint()King Rama V had this footprint replica installed on top of

Khaya Sira Hill. It is another vantage point to admire KoSichang and its surrounding.

Hat Tham Khao Phang( )Hat Tham Khao Phang at the back of the island surrounds

this white sandy beach. The sloping beach is thus on the un-

windy side. The sea is clear and not too wavy. It is a good

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spot for swimming and lazing on the beach to admire

the sunset.

Khao Khat Pass and Hat Hin Klom()The name of Hat Hin Klom comes from the rounded rocks

on the beach which have been rounded by the westerly

wind that normally comes from March to September. The

white sand makes the beach look clean and clear. The passon the back side of the island is also another vantage point

to watch the sunset.

Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan()The only palace amidst the sea, King Rama V had it built in

1892 as a holiday retreat and a convalescence home for hiswives and children. The king loved to visit Sichang Island

because of the beautiful scenery and the tranquil

atmosphere it offered. It was also a big cargo station with

lively transactions with foreign ships. For the construction,

the king spent the money from his private treasury. He

named the palace after the name of Prince Chuthathut whowas born here.

The landscaping of the palace compound has carefully

planned. Residential quarters, lawns, pools, and swamps are

designed and located in ascending tiers from the beach up

to the top of the hill, alternated with frangipani trees

(Plumeria acuminata) of different colours. Each building was

named after the queen who sponsored its decoration, for

example, Watthana Mansion, Phongsi Mansion, and

Aphirom Mansion. On the beach there is a green house

made of wood decorated with ginger-bread patterns.

A building called Man-that Phairot was unfortunatelystopped by the Thai-Franco disturbance in 1894. In 1899

the king had it moved to Dusit Palace in Bangkok and had

the construction completed. He named it Vimanmek, which

is now opened as a museum. A temple called Wat Atsadang

Nimit was also built on a hill near the palace. Western

architectural style was adapted and applied to the construction

of the temple.

Facilities: There are several hotels and bungalows on the island.

For local transport, motorised tricycles can be chartered to

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condition, suitable for cycling and strolling.

How to get there: There are daily ferry services between Si

Racha and Ko Sichang. Boats leave Ko Loi Si Racha everyday

and every hours from 7.00 a.m.-8.00 p.m. It takes about 45

minutes for the journey. On return, boats leave Ko Sichang

every hour from 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m. The boat services are

operated by two companies: Saeng Prathip Tel. 0 38 216 235,038 313 687 and Sichang Palace Tel. 0 3821 6276-82

Ko Kham Yai()

is located 5 minutes at the front of Ko Sichang. The ferry to

Ko Sichang will stop at Ko Kham Yai. On the island is a fishing

village with homestay accommodation, as well as, various

activities of fishing, collecting oysters and catching squid

provided for the visitors.

Ko Khangkhao ()

is a small island on the southern side of Ko Sichang where

there is a sandy beach and coral. Take a boat at Thewawong

Pier for approximately half an hour. The cost is

approximately 800 baht. Otherwise, a speed boat can be

rented from Ko Loi Siracha Pier for 5,000 baht for 10 persons.

Accommodation is also provided on the island.

Amphoe Bang Lamung and Pattaya

Pattaya City()

is one of Thailands most famous seaside towns. There are

plenty of tourist attractions accessible both by land and sea.

Tourism here first began with a visit by some American

marines who went ashore and spent time in rented

bungalows every week. Then, Pattaya transformed from

a serene seaside village into a resort. Nowadays, it has been

developed into a world-class tourist town.

Pattaya Beach ()is more than three kilometres long. There is a shady

promenade. The northern beach is rather quiet and touristscan enjoy swimming or do water-based sports, and relax.

From the central to southernmost part is occupied by

service businesses ranging from restaurants, department

stores, souvenir shops, to night spots.


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Khao Phra Tam Nak or Khao Phra Bat (

)

This small hill is located between South Pattaya and Chom

Thian. It is a vantage point for a panoramic view of the

whole city of Pattaya and its crescent bay. Locals and visitors

come here to pay homage to Wat Khao Phra Bat atop the hill

and the monument of Kromluang Chomphonkhetudomsak,who is resgared the founding father of the modern Thai

navy. and Suan Chaloemphrakiat ( )

Khao Phra Tam Nak Road., This is a fitness park at the foot of

Khao Pattaya. With an area of 6 acres, the park was

dedicated to commemorate His Majesty the Kings sixtieth

birthday on December 5, 1988. The gardens of the parkboast a wide variety of flowering plants and offer a scenic

view of Pattaya. There are also multipurpose grounds and winding

trails for walking or jogging and standard exercise facilities.

Hat Jomtien()

This 6- kilometre-long beach is only 4 kilometre fromPattaya. A beach Road., runs parallel to the shore along

which are hotels and restaurants. Less noisy than Pattaya, it

is popular as a site for relaxation, swimming and water-sports.

Hat Wong Phra Chan ()This small tranquil one kilometre beach is on the northernside of Pattaya Bay. The serene atmosphere here is attractive

to those longing for a complete rest and privacy.

Chang Siam()is located on Highway 36 between Pattaya and Rayong.

There are various activities on offer: an elephant ride,

elephant museum tour, unusual animal museum tour, smart

monkey show, feeding sharks, and adventurous activities

including ATV driving, shooting, rafting, and softball. It is

open daily from 7.30 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Service charges are

subject to the activities chosen. For further details, contact

Tel. 0 3817 0849, or visit the website: www.chang-siam.com.

Underwater World()

is located on the SukhumvitNong Prue Road and is an aquarium

where there is a collection of marine species in the Gulf of

Thailand. Visitors can walk through the acrylic pedestrian

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degree area. The tunnel is 105 metres long divided into 4

zones; the first zone where there are beautiful and rare fish

such as angel fish, cleaning wrasse and butterflyfish, the

second zone displays soft-bone ones such as sharks,

stingrays, while those in the third zone are the economic

ones such as the Napoleonfish, groupers, pomfrets,

hawksbill turtles, and green turtles which reside around

a replica of shipwreck;the fourth zone

is a special one wherefish from the Amazon River and the biggest ones are on

display. Moreover, there are marine life feeding shows, both

on the surface of the water and underwater in each zone. It

is open everyday from 9.00 a.m.6.00 p.m. (the ticket

counter is closed at 5.30 p.m.). Entrance fee is 450 baht for

the adults and 250 baht for children. For more information,please contact Tel. 0 3875 6875 or Fax. 0 3875 6879 or visit

www.underwaterworldpattaya.com.

Ban Sukhawadee ()is located at 219 Mu 2, Sukhumvit Road. It is the residence of

Dr. Panya Chotithewan. Visitors can enter the house to pay

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respect to the Bodhisattva Kwan Yin, to see the spacious

conference room and the roof. It is open daily from 8.00

a.m.-6.00 p.m. Entrance fee is 200 Baht for adults and 100

Baht for children. How to get there: Ban Sukhawadee is located

in Bang Lamung District on the beach side near the Cholchan

Pattaya Resort and not far from Bang Lamung District Office.

For more information, Tel. 0 3836 7815, 0 3836 7229-30

www.sukhawadee.net.

Sanctuary of Truth ()This gigantic wooden structure is situated by the sea at

Laem Ratchawet, North Pattaya. The entrance is at Soi 12, Na

Kluea Road., The sanctuary of Truth was first built in 1981 by

Mr. Lek Wiriyaphan, the founder ofthe Ancient City in Samut

Prakan Province. With exquisite architectural features,

the building was conceived out of the vision that human

civilisation has been achieved and nurtured by religious and

philosophical truth. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Admission fee is 500 baht. Tel. 0 3836 7229-30,

www.sanctuaryoftruth.com.

The Million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm

()This popular attraction is 9 kilometres from Pattaya on

Chaiyaphonwithi Road., off Highway No.3 at Kms.140. Its

grounds are landscaped with flowering and rock gardens.

Hundreds of crocodiles as well as some rare animals,

including albino bears and horses, are kept. There are

crocodile shows, magic performances and animal shows 7

times a day from 9.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. The compound is open

daily from 8.30 a.m.-6.00 p.m. Admission: 300 baht for adultsand 150 baht for children. Tel. 0 3824 9347-9 or

www.thaistonepark.org for more information.

Mini Siam ( )is located at Km. 143 on Sukhumvit Road., Highway No. 3,

North Pattaya, Mini Siam is one of famous model villages in

the world. It celebrates the heritages of Thailand with

miniature replicas of the most famous monuments and

historical sites including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha,

Democracy Monument, Bridge over the River Kwai, Prasat

Hin Phimai etc. Minature replicas of the Tower Bridge of

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are also displayed in the section called miniworld. The

compound is open daily from 7.00 a.m.-10.00 p.m.

Admission: 300 baht for adults and 150 baht for children. Tel.0 3872 7666, 0 3872 7333, www.minisiam.com for more

information.

Pattaya Floating Market( )is located at 451/304 Mu 12 on Sukhumvit Road, Pattaya. It

is a cultural attraction of Pattaya where simple Thai ways of

Mini Siam

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life and houses from the 4 regions of the country are

exhibited to reflect the lifestyles that have been related to

water from past to present. There is also a ground for

cultural performances, sales of local products from each

region, and boat excursion. The Market is open daily during

09.00 a.m. 09.00 p.m. For further details, please call Tel.

0 3870 6340 or visit www.pattayafloatingmarket.com.

Pattaya Elephant Village ()is Located at km. 146, 7 kilometres from Central Pattaya on

Phonpraphanimit Road., this elephant camp focuses on daily

life of elephants and their masters and also offers stage

shows demonstrating how to catch wild elephants,

elephants-at-work in the jungle, elephants playing football

and a grand war elephants parade. It is open daily during

9 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, Tel. 0 3824 9853, 03824

9818 www.elephant-village-pattaya.com.

Siriphon Orchid Farm ()

is situated at 235/14 Mu 5, Noen Phlap Wan Road, TambonNong Prue, Turn left for 800 metres from Sukhumvit Road,

diagonally across the Pattaya Klang Intersection. Inside the farm

are various kinds of orchids to be admired and purchased

such as Pompadua, Vanda, Golden Shower, and Cattleya. It is

open daily from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m. Admission: 40 baht. For

more information, Tel. 0 3873 4097, 0 3807 2518-9.

The Three Kingdoms Park()is a beautiful attraction full of the Sino-Thai architectural

style, covering an area of 36 rai. It was originated from the idea

of Khun Kiarti Srifuengfung, a leading Chinese businessman

of Thailand. The art objects in this place is in accordance

with the Chinese Fengshui, comprising of a 5-storey

building, displaying oil paintings of the life story of Kong

Ming, as well as, Jiangxi sculptures of leading characters

from the chronicle in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.

The uppermost storey is the Buddha image hall and a sightseeing

spot. Moreover, there is another building where there is a 4

metre-marble-engraved Bodhisattva Kwan Yin sculpture,

Kuan Yu God, as well as, a fine art corridor where there are

paintings on tiles depicting the major episode of the Romance

of the Three Kingdoms. It is open everyday from 10.00 a.m.-

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children. Tel. 0 3842 1428-9 or Bangkok Office at Tel. 0 2633

8114-5 or www.3kingdomspark.com for more information.Bottle Art Museum ()This small museum is located at Kms.145 on Sukhumvit

Road., of Highway No. 3. As its name implies, it specialises in

glass bottle containing elaborately crafted creations,

including the usual vessels. The exhibits are the works of the

Dutch master, Peter Bedelais. Open daily from 9.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Admission fee is 200 baht for adults and 100 baht for children.

Tel. 0 3842 2957, 0 3841 5783 or www.bottlemuseum.net.

Ripleys World of Entertainment ( )is located on the 3rd floor of the Royal Garden Plaza

Department Store, on Pattaya Beach Road. The tourism

activities are as follows:

1. The Ripleys Believe It Or Not Odditorium ((!))is a museum of a large collection of more than

300 stories and pieces of oddities and amazements from all

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Louis Tussauds Waxworks

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over the world, owned by Mr. Robert Ripley, an American

man. Examples of the pieces are a three-legged horse, a

four-eyed man, a miniature of a humans head and a shark

museum. Entrance fee is 480 baht for adults and 380 baht

for children.

2. Four-Dimensional Cinema(4)is a cinema

of the future with a special system, creating a feeling ofbeing in an actual situation among the viewers. Entrance fee

is 400 baht for adult and 300 baht for children

3. The Miracle Labyrinth()Witness the modernspecial effects of lights, colours and sounds in the 16 rooms,

as well as, admire the beauty of the mysterious dimensions

and illusions. Entrance fee is 480 baht.

4. The Haunting Warehouse()Take an adventure inone of the 5 biggest coffin warehouses of the world.

Entrance fee is 480 baht.

5. Louis Tussauds Waxworks ( ) Bringyour family and friends to experience the opportunity tosocialize with international celebrities from all around the world

including Obama,Princess Diana,Batman ,Tiger Woods,David

and Victoria Beckham. In stage-of-the-art chambers with

special light and sound effects and interactive techniques.

The admission fee package is 1,100 adults and 1,000 forchildren. For more information, Tel. 0 3871 0294-8 or

Bangkok Office Tel. 0 2247 0777. It is open daily from 11.00

a.m.11.00 p.m.

Cabaret Shows ()There are two venues of transvestite cabarets in Pattaya.

Alcazar Cabaret ( ), Pattaya 2 Road., Tel.0 3841 0224-7 Showtimes: 6.30 p.m., 8.00 p.m., 9.30 p.m.

Admission: 600 and 800 baht, www.alcazarpattaya.com.

Tiffany Show(), Pattaya 2 Road., Tel. 0 3842 1700-5, 0 3842 9642. Showtimes: 06.00 p.m., 7.30 p.m. and 9.00

p.m. Admission: 500, 700 and 800 baht, www.tiffany-

show.co.th.

Tuxedo Magic Castle ()is located at 6/137 North of Pattaya. It is a magical theater in

the form of a split-level restaurant. There are series of shows

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4 rounds a day at 6.00 p.m., 7.00 p.m., 8.00 p.m. and 9.00 p.m.

Admission fee is 450 baht for adult and 225 baht for

children. For more information, Tel. 0 3848 8880 or

www.tuxedo-magic.com.

Pattaya Park and Tower()Pattaya Park Beach Resort and Tower at Chom Thian features

a large whirlpool with giant sliders and a tower with a revolving

restaurant. Visitors can also enjoy several games and rideson the tower and in its playground. It is open daily from

10.00 a.m.-7.00 p.m. For more information, please contact

Tel. 0 3836 4110-20 or 0 2579 9612-4 or www.pattayapark.com.

Ko Lan ()

This island is 7.5 kilometres from South Pattaya, about 45minutes by ferry or 15 minutes by speedboat. Tourists prefer

a swim and enjoy watersports along several beaches. Most

fine beaches with white sand and clear water are on the western

side of the island. Hat Thonglang and Hat Ta Waen are

popular beaches for its bustling atmosphere, aquatic sport

gear, souvenir shops, and restaurants while Hat Laem Thian

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and Hat Samae offer a more restful atmosphere. Visitors can

choose glass-bottom boats or skin-diving to view coral reefs

in front of Laem Thian. At the southend of the island is Hat

Nuan, Hat Samae, Hat Ta Waen and Hat Thian where a hotel

is situated. It is another spot for viewing corals.

How to get there: A ferry service departs Laem Bali Hai Pier to

Ko Lan everyday. Departure time is from 7.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.,

while the arrival trips leave Ko Lan from 6.30 a.m.-6.00 p.m. It

costs 40 baht. The boat will stop at Na Ban Pier. In case of

going to other beaches, a long-tailed boat can be rented or

a taxi can be hired. Furthermore, speed boats for 10 persons

are available along Pattaya beach. Visitors can stop at Ta

Waen Beach and Thong Lang Beach.

Ko Sak()Six hundred metres north of Ko Lan is Ko Sak, a small island

shaped like an upturn horseshoe. There are two connecting

beaches to the north and south. Along the south shore are

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Muko Phai()is 23 kilometres from Pattaya beach comprising Ko Phai, Ko

Man Wichai, Ko Lueam and Ko Klueng Badan. Ko Phai is

the biggest one and is under the supervision of the Royal

Thai Navy. Along the island lie perfect coral reefs suitable for

scuba diving. How to get there: a tour boat can be rented at

Pattaya beach. There are those for 20-80 people or speedboats for 20 people. The rental rate depends on the size of

the boat and the destination. Visitors cannot stay overnight

and ought to prepare food and water by themselves. For

more information please contact, Tel: 03843 1477,

www.navy.mi.th/acdc/kopai.htm.

Amphoe Sattahip

Alangkarn Theater()Located at Km. 155 on Sukhumvit Road, it is a unique Thai

performing art collection area which can be divided into 3

parts; namely, Theater comprising of the Glittering

Horoscope Balcony and the Bell Tower, Alangkarn

Restaurant decorated with modern arts and providing

visitors with Thai and international cuisines, Cultural

Rostrum and Souvenir Shops, an area presenting Thai

games, as well as, demonstration of products of local

intellect, and Alangkarn Lake, reflecting the local Thailifestyle, with a floating market for visitors to purchase fruits

and Thai desserts. The Alangkarn Theater is open everyday

except Wednesday from 4.45 p.m.-8.00 p.m. The performance

starts from 6.00 p.m.-7.00 p.m. The entrance fee is 1,200-

1,400 baht including dinner. For more information, Tel.

0 3825 6007 or Bangkok Tel. 0 2216 1869-71, 0 2216 1949 orwww.alangkarnthailand.com.

Anek Kuson Sala (Wihan Sian) ( ())whose entrance is a bit prior to Wat Yanasangwararam, 800

metres from the intersection at the reservoir, is the place

collecting high-class Chinese architecture and fine artsconstructed in 1987 to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of His

Majesty the Kings Birthday. Inside is an exhibition displaying

precious antiques such as the large white jade Bodhisattva

Kwan Yins image, terra-cotta soldiers and horses from the tomb

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ancient paintings and pottery. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m.-

5.00 p.m. The entrance fee is 50 baht. Tel. 0 3834 3555-57

Wat Yanasangwararam Woramahawihan (

)

covers an area of 366 rai. Turn left from Sukhumvit Road, at

Km. 160 for 5 kilometres. It was constructed in 1976 for

Somdet Phra Yanasangwon, the present Supreme Patriarch,

and later was supported by His Majesty the King. At the entrance

are situated international pavilions presenting each

countrys national architectural style around the pond.

Within the compound of the temple are the Mondop where

a replica of the Buddhas footprint is enshrined, a large Chedi

containing the relics of the Lord Buddha, as well as, hisenlightened followers, and Wihan Phra Yanaret. It is open

from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m. For more information, Tel. 0 3823

7506. Moreover, there is a place where the Royal Project for

Agricultural Training Centre and Wildlife Preservation Area

are located. For more information, Tel. 0 3823 8060, 0 3823 8049

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The Laser Beams Carved Buddha Image of Khao

Chi Chan ()is located on the same route as Wat Yanasangwararam, 6

kilometres from Km. 160 of Sukhumvit Road., The image is in

the subduing Mara posture, cast by laser beams on the Khao

Chi Chan cliff. It is a combination of Sukhothai and Lanna

arts with a height of 130 metres and width of 70 metres at

the lap of the image. The image called Phra Phuttha MahaWachira Uttamophat Satsada was constructed in 1996 to

honour His Majesty the King. Inside the chest of the image

resides the Lord Buddhas relic. Moreover, the garden in

the compound is decorated for relaxation and is under

the supervision of the Royal Thai Marine Corps, Royal Thai

Navy. Open daily from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and Resort ()About 18 kilometres south of Pattaya, with a left turn from

Sukhumvit Road., at Km. 163, Nong Nooch Garden is a sprawling

recreation park in typical Thai settings. Groups of traditional

Thai houses and gardens of different plants, for example,

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an orchid garden, a palm garden, a banana garden, a bonsai

garden, a cactus garden and a heliconia garden, are dotted

around the beautifully landscaped site. A zoo and a butterfly

garden are also in the compound. There are daily cultural

and elephant shows attracting crowds of delighted visitors.

Show times are 10.45 a.m., 3.00 p.m., 4.00 p.m. Admission:

400 baht. Tel. 0 38415 145, 0 3842 9958, or Bangkok Tel.

0 2252 1786. Moreover, the garden provides a tram for

touring around costing 50 baht per one round per person.

For more information, Tel. 0 3842 9321, 0 3842 2958 Bangkok

Tel. 0 2251 2161, 0 2252 1786, www.nongnoochtropicalgarden.com.

Silver Lake Vineyard()is located at Mu 7,

Tambon Na Jomtien, Sattahip District, on the road to theentrance of Khao Chi Chan-Wat Yanasangwararam

Woramahawihan, covering an area of 400 rai with 12 kinds

of grapes, 11 of which are for fresh consumption and the other

one is for making wine. Visitors can taste and purchase fresh

grapes, preserved ones and pure juice as souvenirs. The vineyard

is open everyday without any entrance fee. Note: Cars are not

allowed in the vineyard. The vineyard provides the ATV for

rent. For more information, Tel. 0 3893 8250 Bangkok Tel.

0 2261 6565, www.silverlakethai.com.

Ko Kham Underwater Park () is

under the supervision of the Coast Guard Command, RoyalThai Navy. It serves as an ecotourism site, which is located in

the area of the Sattahip Naval Base, for a one-day trip. Ko

Kham has a clean white sandy beach which remains intact,

with many Chan Pha trees. It looks like two islands

connected by protruding land. Visitors can enjoy snorkelling

or viewing coral by glass-bottom boat. There is also a nature

trail and attractive vista of the island. A boat service

departing for the island is available from 8.30-10.00 a.m.,

and leaving the island from 1.00-4.00 p.m. Service charges

are 200 Baht for adults and 120 Baht for children, including

a return boat ticket and glass-bottom boat ride. For moreinformation, contact Tel. 0 3843 7920, 08 9936 9409, or visit

the website: www.navy.mi.th/coast_guard. Advance contact

is highly recommended. Visitors will embark the boat at

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Bang Sa-re ()This is a fishing village some 16 kilometres south of Pattaya,

with a right turn at Km. 164. South of Bang Sa-re is a deep

bay suitable for angling. To the north are accommodation

and dining facilities along the beach.

Ko Samae San ()

is under the responsibility of the Naval Special WarfareGroup, Royal Thai Fleet, the Royal Thai Navy. It is an ecotourism

attraction ideal for a 1-day excursion. The island offers white

sandy beaches with intact natural surroundings, a nature

trail, and snorkelling. The island is open during 9.00 a.m.

5.00 p.m. on Tuesday Sunday and closed on Monday.

Admission is Bt 250 for adults and Bt 150 for children(inclusive of a return boat fare). Board the boat inside the

Thai Island and Sea Natural History Museum. For further

details, please call Tel. 0 3843 2471, 08 9603 4663 or

visit www.tis-museum.org, http://www.tis-museum.org/

information.html. Visitors are advised to check in advance.

Wat Sattahip or Wat Luangpho Ie ()is located in Sattahip Sub-district. Its back side is next to the sea.

It was constructed during the reign of King Rama V by

Luangpho Ie or Phrakhru Worawet Muni who possessed

knowledge of meditation and was the comforter for local in

their difficult times. Therefore, the monk was highlyrespected among the locals. They, therefore, cast an actual-size

statue of him residing inside the Ubosot.

Hat Dong Tan ()Next to Sattahip Market is the curvy bay with lines of fan-palms

call.ed tan trees from which the name of the bay is derived.The peaceful and quiet atmosphere of the bay attracts local

regulars who would like to take a rest. For more information,

Tel: 0 3843 7112.

Hat Sai Kaeo ()is a beautiful beach under the supervision of the Royal Thai

Navy and is near the Chumphon Navy Training School.

Accommodation for tourists is provided. Admission: 60 baht.

For more information, Tel. 0 3843 6187

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beach is about 200 metres long. At the tip of the beach

stands the shrine of Kromluang Chumphonkhetudomsak,

the Father of Royal Thai Navy. The atmosphere is very

peaceful with shadowy pine trees and lines of frangipani

trees. Open daily from 7.00 a.m.-6.30 p.m., Tel: 0 3843 1261.

Hat Nang Rong ()

is a little beyond Hat Nang Ram. It is a 200- metre beach withpine trees, suitable for swimming and relaxation. There are

various beach accessories for rent such as a hammock,

football and takro. It is open every Saturday and Sunday, as

well as, public holidays. The entrance fee is 20 baht for a car.

Thai Island and Sea Natural History Museum()is under the responsibility of the Naval Special Warfare

Group (Royal Thai Navy SEALs) and located near Khao Ma

Cho, Tambon Samae San. It was established by the Royal

Thai Navy under the royal initiatives of HRH. Princess Maha

Chakri Sirindhorn. It was intended to be a source of nature

study for youth and the public to see the diversity of

the countrys natural resources and learn about the nature of

lives, which are interdependent. This will lead to sustainable

conservation, development, as well as utility of resources.

The museum complex comprises 5 buildings exhibitingthe royally-initiated Plant Heredity Conservation Project,

relationship of rock, soil, and life, marine hydrography,

ecology of the forest, flora and fauna, bio-diversity of the islands,

mangrove ecology, etc. Ko Samae San also houses a botanical

garden, arboretum, and nature study route. It is open during

9.00 a.m. 5.00 p.m. on Tuesday Sunday and closed onMonday. Admission is Bt 200 each. For more information,

please call Tel. 0 3843 2471, 0 3843 2473, 08 9603 4663 or

visit www.tis-museum.org.

Chong Samae San Village()

is a fishing village at the end of Laem Sattahip. A number oflodges are available here. It is a favourite place among

tourists who enjoy fishing. There are boat services and

fishing gear for rent. The best time for a visit is from September

to October when the wind is calm and most suitable for

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To get there: From Bangkok, take a bus from the Eastern Bus

Terminal (Ekkamai) to Amphoe Sattahip where you can

catch a mini-bus plying between Sattahip and Samae San

during 5.30 a.m.-6.30 p.m.

Suan Chunlakan Sathit Sathan Banphachon Siam

()is a park built for Admiral Prince Krommaluang ChumphonKhet Udomsak in 1995. It is situated at Mu 1, Tambon Phlu Ta

Luang where a shrine and statues of Prince Krommaluang

Chumphon Khet Udomsak and significant persons in Thai

history as well as revered Buddhist monks in the past are

situated. The park is open daily from 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.,

Tel. 0 8 0278 8568, 08 6144 8448.

Amphoe Phanat Nikhom

Phra Phuttha Ming Mueang ()is an engraved Buddha image out of Padauk wood in the posture

of subduing Mara. It is the Laotian art, constructed in 1828by the Laotians who immigrated into this area. Originally,

the image was enshrined in an abandoned temple, called

Wat Pha Khao Yai, which is assumed to be an ancient

temple, the first to be constructed in the Phanat Nikhom

area. Later, Phanat Nikhom Municipality Office renovated

the temple and its compound, as well as, built a Wihan asa residence of the wooden Buddha image at the location

where the original Ubosot had been. At present, it is near

the community centre of the Phanat Nikhom Municipality

Office.

Ho Phra Phanatbodi()is situated in the middle of a pond, opposite the PhanatNikhom Municipality Office, Mueang Kao Road, Soi 1. It is a place

where a replica of Phra Phanatbodi (Vanaspati) is enshrined.

It is a dignified standing Buddha image in the blessing

posture of the Dvaravati period, whose age is approximately

1,200-1,300 years. It was elaborately engraved out of a delicateblack stone. The image is standing on a mythical creature

whose characteristics are a mixture of a garuda, a bull and a swan.

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Phanat Nikhom Market via Thung Hiang Market along the

Highway No. 3284. Then, turn left for 2 kilometres. This

temple was originally called Wat Mai Yang Ngam. The

distinguishing point of this temple is Sala Kan Pariana temple

hall for the Buddhist monks meeting and religious

ceremony, constructed of terra-cotta into modern

architecture. It is called Mabunkhrong Building. Moreover,

the Ubosot displays interesting religious puzzle paintings.

Luangpho Tio, Wat Hua Thanon ( )is 10 kilometres from the centre of the district. Take the

Phanat NikhomSa Siliam route to Tambon Hua Thanon,

which is the location of the temple. Luangpho Tio is a Buddha

image in subduing Mara posture. It is an engraved image of

Taeo wood (called Tio wood by the Laotians). During the Songkran

period, on 19 April every year, there is a procession carrying

the image around the village. It is believed that the image

would make all the wishes and success come true.

Sa Siliam ()is situated at Mu 6, Tambon Sa Siliam. From Phanat Nikhom,

take the Phanat NikhomSa Siliam Road, passing Wat Hua

Thanon to an ancient pond in a square shape (Sa Siliam),

dug into a laterite. According to legend, it is the pond where

Phra Rot in the folk story Phra Rot-Meri, brought his cock to

drink water in this area when he ran a cock fight to make

a living for the 12 ladies.

Wat Luang Phrommawat()is situated at Ban Khlong Luang, Tambon Wat Luang on the

Phanat Nikhom-Chachoengsao Road, the similar way to Wat

Bot. This temple was once a place where the ceremony of

drinking an oath of allegiance was conducted. The temples

compound is large and abundant. Moreover, there are a large

number of flying foxes in the trees.

Wat Bot()is on Phanat Nikhom Chachoengsao Road, Tambon Wat

Bot, approximately 6 km. from the Phanat Nikhom

Intersection along Suk Prayun Road. The entrance to the

temple is on the left. This old temple contains an ancient

pond which has been registered as a national ancient

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Wat Tai Ton Lan ()is located at Rai Lak Thong Sub-district on the Phanat

NikhomChachoengsao Road. It was constructed in 1905,

representing the interesting architecture of the local skilled

craftsmen such as the old wooden Sala Kan Pariana preaching

hall, a pair of swan columns, the cement giant sculpture in

front of the Ubosot, the ancient Jiangxi Chinese tiles layering

the floor of the Ubosot, and the scripture hall or library

made of teakwood surrounded by water.

Amphoe Bo Thong

Namtok Ang Phak Nam ( )is located near Khao Yai, Tambon Phluang Thong,

approximately 70 kilometres from Amphoe Phanat Nikhom

and 30 kilometres from Bo Thong Market. Sharing the same

entrance as Wat Muttothai, the waterfall still maintains its

perfect natural condition. For more details, please contact

the Phluang Thong Sub-district Administration Organization

at Tel. 0 3816 5836.

Khao Cha-ang ()is 30 kilometres from the centre of the district. It is an isolated

limestone mountain standing on a plain and an important

source of gold and antimony. Khao Cha-ang comprises of

Khao Cha-ang Song Khrueang, Khao Cha-ang Ha Yot and

Khao Cha-ang On. Inside each mountain are various

beautiful caves such as Tham Nam, Tham Khangkhao, Tham

Laplae and Tham Mangkon. For more information, Tel. 0 3816 5836

Tham Khao Cha-ang Song Khrueang ( )

is 19 kilometres from Bo Thong District in the east. It is a largecave with a carrying capacity of thousands of people and

a location of beautiful stalagmites and stalactites, as well as,

a habitat of a large number of bats.

Tham Khao Cha-ang Ha Yot( )

is 7 kilometres further from Khao Cha-ang Song Khrueng. Itis also a big cave of stalagmites and stalactites. Moreover,

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EVENTS & FESTIVALS

Chon Buri Annual Festival ( )This fair is held about mid-Aprilduring the Songkran Festival. Phra Phutthasihing, Chon

Buris principle Buddha image, is put in a procession around

the city. Also organised are cultural shows, exhibitions and

stalls offering various types of products.Phanat Nikhoms Bun Klang Ban Merit-Making and

Basketry Promotion Fair()are traditions that have been passed on for a longperiod of time of the Phanat Nikhom people. They are

organized on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the first week

of May or the Thai 6th lunar month. The locals will bring

food, offer them to the monks, and dedicate the merit to

the guardian spirits, enemies from a former life, the deceased

relatives, as well as, to drive out bad things, to ask for rain

during the season and to wish for abundant food and plants.

After the religious ceremony, there is lunch, local games and

a demonstration of Phanat Nikhom basketry making.

Remarkable 100 Years Sichang Island( )is held to pay respect to King Rama V the Greatwho had the Chuthathut Ratchathan Palace constructed on the

island. Ko Sichang is a historical site related to a number of Thai

kings. The event is held annually in September to commemorateKing Rama Vs birthday anniversary and his benevolence.

Wan Lai Festival () is a Chon Buri meritmaking day of the seamen on the Thai New Year during

the Songkran Festival, organized during 13-20 April every year.

There is alms-offering to the monks, ceremony of pouring

water onto the Buddhas image, sand pagoda making,

splashing water and local games and sports in Chon Buri.

The areas where the Wan Lai Festival is organized are as follows:

PattayaNa Kluea Wan Lai Festival and Na Kluea

Kong Khao Fair(-

) are organized on 18-20 April every year at LanPho Public Park, Na Kluea and Wat Chai Mongkhon in SouthPattaya. Various activities are organized such as a water

pouring ceremony to seek blessings from the elderly, Wan

Lai procession and amusing water splashing among locals

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Songkran Festival and Si Racha Ancestors Spirit

Ceremony ()

is an ancient festival of the Chon Buri locals. At present, Si

Racha District still preserves this tradition and organizes it

every year, during 19-21 April, to worship the gods who

have been protecting them throughout the year. Activities

comprise of the procession led by the elderly and various

organizations in traditional Thai costume, a worship

ceremony, spirit offering ceremony, Kong Khao tradition

demonstration, local games, demonstrations, and sales of

traditional desserts and local food.

Bang Saen Sand Castle and Wan Lai Festival(

)is the festival which has been conducted

by the Saen Suk people from the past. Originally, it was called

Ngan Thambun Wan Lai, a gathering of people from variousvillages to do the merit making in the Songkran Festival or the

Thai New Year Day, taking place on 16-17 April, every year. Monks

from every temple in Saen Suk Sub-district are invited to perform

the religious ceremony. There is merit making, food offering and

bahting ceremony. Later, there are activities of sand pagoda

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The Legend of Hae Pha Ya Yom (-) is an old folk tradition long inherited and observedby the people of Bang Phra. It is held annually during 16 18April. Phaya Yom is believed to be a lord of all spirits and

devils. To collect every evil attached to him and float onto

the sea symbolizes a release of all bad things from the

village for the happy livelihood of the villagers. The event

features a procession of the replica of Phaya Yom, ceremony

performed by a Brahmin, paying homage to the 100year

old Buddhas footprint, folk games, seafood and local

products fair, as well as cultural performances.

Chon Buri Buffalo Racing ()This is a long-established celebration of this most useful animal of Thai

farmers. A fun-filled event, it is held not only in Chon Buri itselfbut also in Ban Bueng and Nong Yai districts. The beasts of

burden are dressed outrageously or with admirable creativity by

owners depending on their imagination. Assembled in the

courtyard in front of the town hall, the buffaloes partake in

racing, or take part in physical fitness and fashion contests.

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LOCAL PRODUCTS AND SOUVENIRS

Famous handicrafts of Chon Buri include Ang Silas granite

mortars and Phanat Nikhoms basketry.

Chon Buri is also abundant in fresh and dried seafood. A vast

variety of seafood products are normally available anywhere

especially at Nong Mon market.

Some recommended specialties at Nong Mon market

include

Chaeng Lon ()This is Chon Buris special delicacywhich uses the same ingredients as Ho Mok ()withcoconut shreds to replace coconut milk. The mixture is

hand-molded into small buns on a stick, and charcoal-grilleduntil cooked.

Hoi Cho()This Chinese delicacy is Chon Buris famousdish because a special kind of sea crabs is used as the main

ingredient.

Khao Lam()This specialty is made with sticky rice,sugar and coconut cream cooked in specially-prepared

bamboo rods.

Stone Products () such as a mortar,whetstone, engraved stone into animal shapes such as lions,

elephants, horses and others are widely offered at Ang Sila,

on the way from Chon Buri to Bang Saen.Products from Pineapple Paper () are produced in Tambon Nong Kham, Si RachaDistrict. Examples of the products include wine boxes and

bags, boxes of tissue paper, perfume boxes, photo albums,

folders, sets of envelopes and boxes of paper note.

Moreover, there is paper, made of combined ingredientssuch as that made of banana fiber and of water hyacinth. For

more information, please contact Tel. 08 1723 0339.

Phanat Nikhom Basketry () Longknown for its fine basketry products, Amphoe Phanat

Nikhom originally made them for daily use. The products

were gradually developed into more elaborate and

marketable hand-crafted items. The major market is on Ko

Kaeo Road., behind the Municipal Market I. To view the

production process and higher quality items, pay a visit to

t h e P r o m o t i o n C e n t e r f o r B a m b o o B a s k e t r y S k i l l s() on Intha-asa Road., near


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the district office, which is a royally-initiated project of Her

Majesty the Queen. The Center is open every Monday-

Saturday from 8.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m., Tel: 0 3846 1313.

Artificial Fruits Made of Clay ()are producedat Ban Nong Phrom, Mu 12, Tambom Na Roek, Phanat

Nikhom District. Take the Phanat NikhomKo Pho Road,

along Highway No. 3246 for 10 kilometres. Various kinds ofartificial fruits made of clay in miniature size are made, dried

by sunlight and painted in actual colours. Then, they are

wind dried again. They are suitable for being souvenirs or

decorating materials.

SPORTSJo Jo Horse Club ( ) is a training place forhorse riding. It is located at the entrance of the Marina Inn,

Na Kluea Soi 12 Road. The horse riding fee is 600 baht for an

hour, 4,000 baht for 10 hours. Tel. 0 3822 5149 or

[email protected].

Horseshoe Point Club ( ) is at 100, TambonPong. It is a place of horse riding training and accommodation

located on Phon Prapha Nimit Road,. (the similar entrance as

the Siam Country Club), approximately 10 kilometres off

Sukhumvit Road at Pattaya Klang. It covers an area of 300

rai. There are horse riding training fields for both indoor andoutdoor, crosscountry jumping and polo, which are up to

an international standard. Moreover, the performance of

the high-level art of Dressage or horse dance is presented.

Open daily from 8.00 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, Tel.

0 3873 5050, 0 3824 8026 or www.horseshoepoint.com.

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Polo()There are 2 polo clubs in Chon Buri; namely, the ThaiPolo and Equestrian Club and Siam Polo Park both located

not far from Horseshoe Point. The Thai Polo and

Equestrian Club (), situated 4 kilometres fromHorseshoe Point, is located in a valley amidst natural

suroundings. For more information, call Tel. 0 2650 3055 7

or visit www.thai-polo-club.com. Siam Polo Park ()is only 1 kilometre from Horseshoe Point andcontains a clubhouse building in a boutique style, with a scenic

polo ground. For enquiries, please call Khun Daeng at Tel.

08 1813 6673.

Pattaya Cart Speed Way()is at 248/2

Mu 2, Thep Prasit Road which links between Sukhumvit

Road and Pattaya Hat Na Jomtien Road, 5 kilometres from

the centre of Pattaya to the south. It is a cart racing circuit

where there are separate lanes for professionals and

amateurs. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m. The fee is

300 baht, 500 baht for 10 minutes. For more information, Tel.

0 3842 2044.

Easy Kart Pattaya () is located near a piersome 200 metres from the Walking Street. It offers 2 racing

tracks equipped with a security system and controlled with

modern technology. It is open for all ages starting from 8

years old and ideal for both beginners and experienceddrivers. An ATV is also available. Open daily during 10.00

1.00 a.m. For enquiries, please contact Tel. 08 6028 0880 or

click www.easykart.net.

Mini Siam Go-kart()is located at 387 Mu6 Sukhumvit Road, next to the Mini Siam. It offers racing

tracks and go-karts of various sizes. Open daily during 9.00 a.m.

9.00 p.m. For enquiries, please call Tel. 0 3872 7410, 0 3842 1628.

Paintball Park Pattaya()is on Soi 9,Thep Prasit Road and open daily during 9.00 a.m. 6.00 p.m.

For more information, please call Tel. 0 3830 0608, 08 9932

4897, or visit www.paintballpark-pattaya.com. Go-kart

tracks, ATVs, and bungee jumping are also available in

the nearby area.

Pattaya Air Park ( )is in Ban Amphoe,Amphoe Bang Lamung, on the way to Phoenix Golf Course.

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sightseeing flights for visitors to admire the scenery around

Pattaya, Jomtien, and Ko Lan. The rates are 4,200 baht for 20

minutes, 5,900 baht for 30 minutes, and 11,000 baht for 1hour for 3 passengers. Skydiving is also available on

weekends. For enquiries, please call Tel. 08 6374 1718,

08 6374 1719, or visit www.pattayaairpark.com.

Fairtex Sports Club ( ) is located at

179/201 Mu 5 North Pattaya Road. It is a full-cycle fitness

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centre offering rock climbing, boxing, yoga, squash, tennis,

fitness, swimming, etc. Open daily during 6.00 a.m.10.00

p.m. There are 2 rounds of Thai boxing class; namely,

morning class at 8.30 10.00 a.m. and afternoon class at

3.005.00 p.m. The fees are Bt 800 for 1 hrs. per time and Bt

6,000 for 10 times (within 30 days).

Besides boxing classes, there are boxing matches everyMonday and Thursday,Saturday at the Fairtex Boxing

Stadium on Soi 2, Thep Prasit Road starting from 8.00 p.m.

Tickets are sold at the stadium. For more information, please

contact the Fairtex Sports Club at Tel. 0 3825 38889 or

www.fairtexpattaya.com.

Tonys Gym and Muay-Thai Academy( )is located at 340/6 Pattaya 3 Road, near the PattayaTai traffic lights. It offers a gymnasium, Thai boxing school,

and spa. A Thai boxing class is available daily during 2.30

9.00 p.m. at 280 baht per time. For more details, or

www.tonydisco.com.There is also Tonys Tennis Club and Fitness Centre where

a variety of sports are available; such as, swimming, tennis,

fitness, and yoga. Call Tel. 0 3848 8205 for further

information.

Sit Pau-Lek Boxing Camp ()is at 217/

10 Sukhumvit Road at the entrance of Soi Sukhumvit 34 on

the way from Central Pattaya to North Pattaya. It provides a Thai

boxing class and fitness. Open on MondaySaturday during

9.00 a.m.10.00 p.m. and closed on Sunday. Thai boxing

training is available during 2.008.00 p.m. at 270 baht/day,

1,100 baht/week, and 3,500 baht/month. For moreinformation, please contact Tel. 08 9934 5001, 08 7107 7710.

Sit Yot Thong Boxing Camp ()is at 90Mu 6 Soi Map Yai Lia 2, near the Eastiny Resort and Spa,

Phon Prapha Nimit Road, Tambon Nong Prue. Open on

MondaySaturday and closed on Sunday. A boxing class is

available twice a day at 8.0010.00 a.m. and 3.006.00 p.m.at

250 baht/time. The rate for a weekly and monthly class is

counted by the number of times. For enquiries, please call

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Flight of the Gibbon

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Flight of the Gibbon () is locatedinside the Khao Kheow Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary

accessible by the same entrance as the Khao Kheow Open

Zoo. It offers ecotourism amidst the rainforest on a zip-line,

sightseeing on a canopy walkway, and jungle trek. There will

be an officer to give information about the flora and fauna.

The adventure takes 8 hours. For further details, please

contact Tel. 08 9970 5511 or www.treetopasia.com (booking

1 day in advance).

Lakeland Water Cable Ski()is atKm. 150.5 Sukhumvit Road, approximately 5 kilometres from

Pattaya. It contains a large freshwater lake covering an area

of over 27 rai for water skiing, and provides a set of cableskis, which has gained high popularity. Open daily during

9.00 a.m. 6.00 p.m. and available at 300 baht for 2 hours.

and 500 baht for whole day. It also provides a restaurant. For

more information, please call Tel. 0 3823 26902, 0 3836

411020.

Amara Water Sports Blue Lagoon ( )is at the Hat Sai Thong, Soi Na Jomtien 14 (ThanNamchai), Sukhumvit Road, before reaching the Ambassador

Hotel. Visitors can enjoy water sports activities; such as,

stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, catamaran sailing,

and bungee board. It provides instructors, rental equipment,and equipment shop. For more details, please contact Khun Amara

at Tel. 08 1862 9958 or visit www.amarawatersports.com.

Pira International Circuit ()is an international racing circuit, covering an area of326 rai on Highway No. 36, 15 kilometres from the centre of

Pattaya. Races are usually organized on Saturday and

Sunday. For more information, Tel. 0 2280 3547, 0 2522 1731-8,

0 2971 6450, 08 1782 1441

GOLF COURSES

Amphoe Mueang Chon BuriMountain Shadow Golf Club()159/1Mu 2, Saensuk-Bang Phra Road., Tel. 0 38 389 211-3, www.

legacygolf.com, 18 Holes: open everyday. 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Amata Spring Country Club ( )Tel. 0 3846 8888 www.amataspring.co.th


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Amphoe Si Racha

Bangphra International Golf Club ( ) Tel. 0 3834 1149-50, 18 Holes: openeveryday. 6.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m., www.bangphragolf.com

Bhurapha Golf and Resort()Tel.0 3837 2700-1, 36 Holes: open everyday 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.,

www.puraphagolfthailand.comCrystal Bay Golf Club()Tel. 0 38349370-5, 27 Holes: open everyday. 5.30 a.m.-5.00 p.m.,

www.legacygolf.com

Khao Kheow Country Club ( ) Tel.0 3831 8000, 27 Holes: open everyday. 6.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m.,

www.khaokheowgolf.com

Laem Chabang International Country Club ()Tel. 0 3837 2273, www.laemchabanggolf.com,27 Holes: open everyday. 6.30 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Pattana Sport Club()Tel. 0 3831 8999, 27Holes: open everyday. 6.15 a.m.-6.00 p.m. www.pattana.co.thSri Racha International Golf Club( ) Tel. 0 3833 8375-8, www.srirachagolf.com, 18Holes: open everyday. 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.


Pattaya Country Club and Resort()Km.30 Highway 331, Tel. 0 3842 3718, 18 Holes: openeveryday. 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m., www.pattayacountryclub.net

Siam Country Club Plantation()Tel. 0 3890 9600, www.siamcountryclub.com

Siam Country Club Old Course()Tel. 0 3890 9700-30, open everyday. 6 a.m.-4.30 p.m.,www.siamcountryclub.com

Amphoe Sattahip

Plu Ta Luang Royal Thai Navy Golf Course(

)Mu 6, Plu Ta Luang, Tel. 0 3824 6056-7, 36 Holes:open everyday. 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m., www.plutaluang1696.comPhoenix Golf & Country Club ( ) Km. 158, Sukhumvit Road., Tel. 0 3823 9391-5, 27 Holes:open everyday. 5.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m.


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Amphoe Ban Bueng

Chonburi Century Countury( ) Tel.08 1304 1545, 18 Holes: open everyday. 6.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Green Wood Golf Club()Tel. 0 3826 3158-9,27 Holes: open everyday. 6.00 a.m.-5 p.m.

Treasure Hill Golf & Country Club ( )Tel. 0 3842 0766, www.treasurehill-golf.com

TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE

Thai Massage Development School Pattaya ()437/48-50 Mu 9, Pattaya 2 Road,

Soi Pattaya 6 (Yot Sak), Tel. 0 3841 4115, 0 3841 4116,www.tmdmassage.com (massage training courses available).

Thai Massage and Spa Academy, Thai Spa Training

Centre()On ThepPrasit Road, it is located on the right-hand side if you drive

from Sukhumvit Road, and 100 m from Soi 17, Tel. 0 3830

3676, 08 1714 1050 (massage training courses available).

Traditional Thai Massage, Wat Chai Mongkhon

Community()is situated in WatChai Mongkhon, South Pattaya Road, Tel. 0 3842 8277,

0 3842 7030 (massage training courses available).

Potivej Pattaya Physical Massage()On Pattaya 2 Road, North Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 3676-7.

Pho Phraya Traditional Massage()On Central Pattaya Road, Tel. 0 3842 5825-6.

Health Land Pattaya ()NorthPattaya Tel. 038 371 473, 038 371 477

SPAS

Amphoe Mueang Chon Buri

Samutra Massage & Spa ()inThe Tide Resort 44/1 Bang Saen Beach, 1 Road., Tel. 0 38399222 ext. 8106, www.thetide-resort.com

Amphoe Si Racha

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Ramburi () in the City Hotel Sukhumvit Road, Tel.0 3832 2700-8, www.ramburi.com

Cape Spa( )in the Cape Racha, Choem Chomphon,Tel. 0 3831 4288

Amphoe Sattahip

Dor-Shada Resort( )

Km.157,

Sukhumvit Road, Tel. 0 3823 5870-884, www.dor-

shadaresort.com

Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort and Spa( )Km.155, Sukhumvit Road, Tel.0 3825 9100-1, www.pinnaclehotels.com

Sunset Park ( ) 99/19 Soi 2 Hat Tawanron,Sukhumvit Road., Na Chom Thian Km.161.5, Tel. 0 3823 5565


Ban Thai Spa( )Tel. 0 3823 1808, www.banthaispapattaya.com

Cliff Spa( )in Royal Cliff Beach Resort, 353 Mu 12,Phra Tamnak Road., South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3825 0421 ext.

2628 www.cliffspathailand.com

Devarana Spa( )in Dusit Resort Pattaya, 240 PattayaBeach North Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 5611-7, www.devaranaspa.com

Eravana Spa Resort ( ) in HighawayPattaya, Hat Chom Thian, Tel. 0 3823 3233, www.eravana.com

Health Land Spa( )159-555 Mu 5, Tambon NaKluea, North Pattaya Road., Tel. 0 3837 1473-7 www.healtlandspa.com

Mallika Spa( )209/109-110 Mu 6, North PattayaRoad., Tel. 0 3871 6793-4, 0 3871 6889

Oasis Spa( )322 Chateau Dale Moo 12 TrappayaRd. Jomtien Tel. 0 3836 4070

Pattaya Mariott Resort and Spa ( )218/2-4 Mu 10, South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 8126,

www.mariott.com

Spa Silavadee ( )Soi 12 Na Kluea, Tel. 0 38371447-8, www.spasilavadee.com

Tharawadee Thai Spa ( )333/11 Mu 6,Tambon Na Kluea, Tel. 0 3842 7630-1


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SUGGESTED TOUR PROGRAMME

Chon Buri(1 Day Trip)Programme 1 - Depart Bangkok

- The Sanctuary of Truth

- Mini Siam

- Wat Yanasangwararam Woramahawihan


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The Sanctuary of Truth

- The Laser Beams Carved Buddha Imageof Khao Chi Chan

- Silver Lake Vineyard

- Nong Mon Market

- Return to Bangkok


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Programme 2 (2 Days 1 Night)

Day 1

- Khao Sam Muk , Bang Saen Beach

- Ko Loi, Si Racha

- Pattaya Beach

- Alcazar / Tiffany Show / Tuxido Magic

Show

- Stay Overnight


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Nong Nooch Tropical Garden

Day 2

- Nong Nooch Tropical Garden

- Pattaya Floating Market

- Sriracha Tiger Zoo / Khoa Kaeow Open Zoo

- Purchase souvenirs at Nong Mon Market

- Return to Bangkok


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FACILITIES IN CHON BURI AND PATTAYA

ACCOMMODATION

(Note: The room rates mentioned in this brochure may be

changed without notice. Please ask for current information

from each hotel before making reservation.)

Amphoe Mueang Chon BuriEastern()888/34 Sukhumvit Road., Tel. 0 3827 3800-4, 80 rooms: 900-1,500 baht

Mercure Chon Buri()934 Sukhumvit Road.,Tel. 0 3878 1360-3 Fax. 0 3878 1364 Bangkok Tel. 0 2267 0810

www.mercure-chonburi.com, 159 rooms: 1,568-4,100 bahtRattana Chon () 678/17-18 Sukhumvit Road., Tel. 03827 5607, 253 rooms: 900-1,800 baht

Tamarina Resort ( ) 23/9-10 Mu 5 BangSaen Beach,-Ang Sila Road., Tambon Ang Sila Tel. 0 3839 8218-9,

08 1782 9239 www.tamarinaresort.com, 11 bungalows:

1,800-2,500 baht

Town In Town () 206 Mu 9 Central PattayaRoad., Tel. 0 3842 0281-97, 0 3842 6352-4 Fax. 0 3842 6351

Bangkok Tel. 0 2559 222233 www.townintown.com, 360

rooms: 2,000-8,000 baht

Bang Saen Beach

Bai Bua Beach Resort()Bang Saen-Ang Sila Road,Tel. 0 3839 8408-9 www.baanbaibua.com, 20 rooms: 1,550-

1,850 baht

Bang Saen Heritage Hotel()44/48Mu 13 Soi 14 Bang Saen Beach 2 Road., Tel. 0 3838 1628-9,

0 3838 1675-7, 102 bungalows: 800-2,500 baht

Bang Saen Condotel and Hotel()570 Mu 13 Bang Saen Beach, Tel. 0 3838 2471, 0 38383273-5, 100 rooms: 400-3,000 baht

Bang Saen Guesthouse ( )155 Mu 13Bang Saen Beach, Tel. 0 3838 1227, 22 rooms: 600-1,000 baht

Bang Saen Royal Beach Condo()148 Mu 13 Bang Saen Beach, Tel. 0 3838 3551-3, 302 rooms:

800-1,500 baht


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Bang Saen Villa()178 Bang Sang 1 Road., Tel.0 3838 2088, 0 3819 1802-3 www.bangsaenvilla.com, 74rooms: 780-3,500 baht

Bang Saen Resort ()325 Bang Saen Beach,Tel. 0 3838 1772, 0 3838 2534, 0 3838 3221 www.bangsaen

resort.com, 78 rooms: 1,300-2,500 baht

Laplaya Boutique Resort ( ) HatWonnapa, Tel. 0 3874 5817-8, 22 rooms: 1,500-4,000 baht

Le Casa Bang Sean ()Soi 1, Hat BangSean Road, Tel. 0 3839 9555 www.lecasa-bangsaen, 63

rooms: 1,500-3,300 baht

S. S. Bang Saen Beach () 68 Mu 13Bang Saen Beach 1 Road., Tel. 0 3838 1226, 0 3838 1670www.ssbangsaenbeach.com, 76 rooms: 1,200-2,500 baht

Saen Mantra()Bang Sean Sai 2 Road., Tel. 0 38381846, 30 rooms: 600-1,200 baht

Saen Sabai Bungalow ( ) 64 Bang SaenBeach Road., Tel. 0 3838 1063, 52 rooms: 500-1,400 baht

Saen Suk Resort ( ) 2 Mu 13 Bang SaenBeach1 Road., Tel. 0 3838 1009, 75 rooms: 600-3,500 baht

The Tide Resort Bang Saen ()44Bang Saen Beach 1 Road., Tel. 0 3839 9222 www.thetide-


The Sez ()98 Chai Hat Bang Sean Road., Tel. 0 3838 1366www.thesezhotel.com, 71 rooms: 2,000-8,300 baht

Amphoe Si Racha

Bang Phra Resort ()in Bangphra Golf Club45 Mu 6 Bang Phra, Tel. 0 3834 1149-50, Bangkok Tel. 0 28506702 www.bangpragolf.co.th, 96 rooms: 1,800-2,000 baht

Cape Racha ( ) 35/1 Choem Chomphon Road.,Tambom Surasak, Tel. 0 3831 4288 www.capehotelgroup.

com, 192 room: 2,600-5,400 baht

Estate ()in Khao Kheow Open Zoo, Tel. 08 94406604 www.estateresort.com, 30 rooms: 3,100-12,800 baht

Kantary Bay Si Racha( ) 172/2 SoiChoem Chomphon 1, Tel. 0 3877 1365 www.kantary

group.com, 194 rooms: 2,200-6,000 baht


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Kameo House ( )35 Choem Chomphon Road.,Tel. 0 3831 4100 www.kameogroup.com, 102 rooms: 1,900-

3,800 baht

Karabuning Resort ()200/44 SukhumvitRoad, Tel. 0 3831 4233-4 www.karabuningresort.com,

79 rooms: 2,000-5,500 baht

Khao Khiao Camping and Green Resort( ) 114/4 Mu 5 Tambon Bang Phra, Tel.0 3826 3525, 08 1940 1026, 24 houses: 850-3,000 baht

Laem Chabang City ( ) 53 Mu 9 SukhumvitRoad., Tel. 0 3833 0634-6, 0 3833 0390-1, 78 rooms: 600-800 baht

Laem Tong ()139/5 Sukhumvit Road., Tel. 0 38322888-909 www.laemthongserviced-apartment, 500 rooms:1,300-3,200 baht

Pacific Park ( )2/1-2 Si Racha Nakhon 3, Tel.0 3832 8600 www.hotelpacificpark.com, 321 rooms: 1,300-

6,800 baht

Sea Land View()88/9 Surasak Road, Tel. 0 3832 2389www.sealandview.com, 49 rooms: 250-500 baht, bungalows

2 houses: 2,500-3,500 baht

Si Racha Lodge()4 Choemchomphon Road.,Tel. 0 3831 1647, 80 rooms: 800 baht

The Ciy Hotel()6/126 Sukhumvit Road., Tel.0 3832 2700-8, www.citysriracha.com, 217 rooms: 2,300-

10,000 baht

Amphoe Ko Sichang

Ko Sichang

Benz Bungalow( ) 80 Mu 3, Tambon ThaThewawong, Tel. 0 3821 6091 www.benzbanggalow.com, 22

rooms: 750 baht, 15 bungalows: 670-850 baht

Koh Si Chang Resort ( ) near Chong KhaoKat Viewpoint, Tel. 0 3821 6465 www.kohsichangresort.com,

20 rooms: 1,000-2,000 baht

Maleeblue Hut 129/6 Mu 6, Tel. 08 1685 3322, 08 5092

9424 www.malee blue.com, 12 bungalows: 600-1,600 baht

Rim Talay Resort ( ) 130 Mu 3 Tambon ThaThewawong, Tel. 0 3821 6116 www.koh-sichangrimtalay, 20

rooms: 550-1,500 baht, 4 bungalows: 1.000-1,500 baht


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Sichang Chai Khao Resort() 100 Mu 1Tambon Tha Thewawong, Tel. 08 1996 0199, 08 1863 1627

www.sichangshinekhao.com, 27 rooms: 900-1,200 baht

Sichang Marine Science Research and Training

Center, ARI( )Contact to Chulalongkorn University, Tel. 0 2218 8168

www.arri.chula. ac.th, 800-1,800 bahtSichang Palace Resort()81 Mu 1 AtsadangRoad., Tambon Tha Thewawong, near the market, Tel. 0 3821

62769, 0 3821 6028, www.sichangpalace.com 56 rooms:

1,200-1,400 baht

Sichang View Resort()91 Mu 6 Tambon ThaThewawong, located by the sea Tel. 0 3821 6210, 13 rooms:

600-1,400 baht

Tham Phang Beach Resort ( )164 Mu 3Tambon Tha Thewawomg, Tham Khao Phang Beach, Tel.

0 3821 6122, 0 3821 6153 www.tampangbeachresort.com,

12 bungalows: 550-1,800 baht

Tiew Pai Park Resort()8 Mu 2 TambonTha Thewawong Tel. 0 3821 6084, 0 3821 6565 www.tiew

pai.com, 13 bungalows: 550-3,000 baht

Ko Kham Yai (5 minutes from Ko Sichang)

Benz Bungalow ( ) Tel. 0 3821 6091-2www.benzbanggalow.com, 5 bungalows: 600-1,500 baht

Ko Kham Yai Homestay ()ContactTambon Tha Thewawong Office in advance Tel. 08 1269

0351, 4 rooms: 700 baht, 6 houses: 2,500 baht


A.A. Pattaya ()182 Soi 3 Pattaya Beach Road.,South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 0894, 0 3842 8656, 76 rooms: 850-

1,800 baht

Aisawan Resort and Spa ( )445/3 Mu 5 Pattaya-Na Kluea Road., Tel. 0 3841 1940-8,www.aisawan.com, 374 rooms: 8,240-32,956 baht

Aiyaree Place ()481/14 Thap Phraya Road., Tel.0 3830 3980-5 www.aiyaree.com, 69 rooms: 1,200-2,300 baht

All Season ( ) 425/9 Pattaya 2 Road., Tel. 0 3841

8888, 0 3841 8892, 259 rooms: 1,800-3,200 baht


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A One The Royal Cruise( ) 499 Soi 2Pattaya Beach Road., North Pattaya, Tel. 0 3825 9555, 0 3842

4874-9 www.a-onehotel.com, 518 rooms: 3,336-16,000 baht

Amari Orchid Resort ( ) 204 Mu 5Pattaya-Na Kluea Road., North Pattaya, Tel. 0 3841 8418,

www.amari.com, 525 rooms: 4,000-22,000 baht

Ambiance ()325/89 Mu 10 Soi Pattayaland 3,South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 4099, 0 3842 5145, www.am

biance-pattaya.com, 35 rooms: 1,200-2,000 baht

Anantaya Resort( )301 Mu 12 Chom ThianBeach, Tel. 0 3870 6441-3 www.anantaya.com, 12 rooms:

3,500-4,000 baht

Apex ()216/2 Mu 10 Pattaya 2 Road., South Pattaya,Tel. 0 3842 8281-2, 0 3842 9233, www.apexhotelpattaya.com,

109 rooms: 600 baht

Areca Lodge( ) 198/21-23 Soi Dinainn Pattaya2 Road., Tel. 0 3841 0123, 0 3841 5549, www.arecalodge.com,

80 rooms: 1,200 baht

Asia Pattaya( )325 Mu 12 Phra Tamnak Road.,South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3825 0401-11, www.asiahotel.co.th, 315

rooms: 2,600-8,000 baht

Avalon Beach Resort ( )Hat Dong Tan,Tel. 0 3830 3999 www.avalonbeachresort.com, 79 rooms:

2,800-9,800 baht

Baron Beach ( )525/1 Soi Pattaya 9, Tel. 0 38052345-55 www.baronbeach.com, 176 rooms: 2,200-

15,000 baht

Bay Breeze ( )503/2 Mu 10 Pattaya 2 Road., Tel.0 3842 8383-4 www.baybreezepattaya.com, 80 rooms: 700-

1,500 baht

Bella Villa ( )8/82 Mu 6 Pattaya 3 Road., NorthPattaya, Tel. 0 3841 5410-12 www.bellavillapattaya.com,

77 rooms: 1,800-13,000 baht

Best Western Premier Signature Pattaya( ) 561 Phra Tamnak Road., Tel. 0 38422451-2 www.signaturepattaya.com, 132 rooms: 3,600-

7,800 baht


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Beverly Plaza ( )59/35 Mu 10 Phra TamnakRoad., South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 0906-7, 0 3842 1278-9

www.hotelbeverlyplaza.com, 192 rooms: 1,000-3,000 baht

Birds and Bees Resort()366/11 Mu 12Phra Tamnak 4 Road., Tambon Nong Prue, Tel. 0 3825 0034

54 rooms: 2,50012,000 baht

Botani Resort()245/3 Mu 4 Sukhumvit Road.,Na Chom Thian, Tel. 0 3823 5130-4 www.botanybeach.com,

135 rooms: 2,750-4,450 baht

Camelot ()373/17 Phra Tamnak Road., SouthPattaya, Tel. 0 3842 6063-4 www.camelotpattaya.net, 161

rooms: 1,765-2,825 baht

Carlton Pattaya ( ) 172/2 Pattaya 2 Road.,North Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 1556-8 www.carlton-pattaya

hotel.com, 70 rooms: 650 baht

Ceasar Palace ( )176 Mu 10 Pattaya 2 Road.,Central Pattaya, Tel. 0 3842 7648, 0 3842 5724 www.caesar

pattaya.net, 217 rooms: 900-1,800 baht

Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya( ) 277-8 Soi Na Kluea 18, Pattaya-NaKluea Road., Tel. 0 3837 0028, 0 3830 1234 www.centara

hotelresorts.com, 555 rooms

Central Pattaya Garden Resort ( ) 78/6263 Mu 9 North Pattaya, Tel. 0 3841 1029, 52rooms: 750-5,500 baht

Chaba Hut Resort ( ) 64/101 Mu 9 CentralPattaya, Tel. 0 3872 0849-51 www.chabahutresortpattaya.

com, 29 rooms: 29 bungalows 1,200-2,200 baht

Cholchan Pattaya Resort( )19 Mu 1Na Kluea, Sukhumvit Road., Tel. 0 3822 1854-6 www.pattaya


Chom Thian Boat House() 380/5-6 Mu12 Soi 8 Chom Thian Beach Road., Tel. 0 3875 6143

www.jomtien-boathouse.com, 24 rooms: 1,000-1,400 baht

Chom Thian Garden Resort ( )31/71 Mu 12 Chom Thian Beach, Tel. 0 3823 1001-2, 0 3875

6523-36 www.jomtiengarden.com, 192 rooms:, 25

bungalows: 1,500-5,000 baht


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Chom Thian Orchid ( ) 33 Mu 12 ThapPhraya Road., South Pattaya, Tel. 0 3825 1634-5, 115 rooms:

850-1,260 baht

Chom Thian Palm Beach Hotel and Resort ( )408 Mu 12 Chom Thian Beach,Tel. 0 3823 135067 www.jomtien-palmbeach.com, 723

rooms: 2,000-2,200 bahtChom Thian Thani ( ) 75/261 Mu 12 ChomThian beach, Tel. 0 3823 2990-4 www.jomtienthani

hotel.com, 240 rooms 1,800-4,600 baht

Cosy Beach( )400 Mu 12 Phra Tamnak Road., ChomThian Beach, 0 3825 0800-3 www.cosybeachhotel.com, 222

rooms: 1,600-7,400 baht

Crown Pattaya Beach( )Pattaya 1 PattayaRoad., Tel. 0 3836 1555, 0 3836 1100, 123 rooms: 1,500-

3,800 baht

Crystal Palace ( ) 286/68 Pattaya-Na KlueaRoad., Tel. 0 3841 3535-9 www.crystalpalacepattaya.com,

100 rooms: 900-1,200 baht

Diamond Beach ( )499 Mu 10 South Pattaya,Pattaya-Na Kluea Road., Tel. 0 3842 8071, 0 3842 9885-6 Fax.

0 3842 4888 Bangkok Tel. 0 2314 4133 www.

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