Attractions around Amphoe Muang,
Bangk Lamung and Pattaya
Alangkarn Theatre
Located on Km. 155, Sukhumvit Road,
Chomthian, Pattaya.
Alangkarn provides fantastic
entertainment by showing the unique concept of being “Thai”
to foreigners. Instead of presenting a traditional Thai
performance where easily found anywhere, a new concept was
applied by using a modern style of dance combined with
multi-dimension coloured laser, tighting and real surround
sound system. The entire project includes Theatre, Cultural
Rostrum and Restaurant.
Ang Sila This is a seaside fishing village, some 5
kilometres from town. Most villagers are skilled in making
implements from granite. Items made are mainly mortar and
pestle widely used in Thai households in the olden times and
figurines of animals such as lion, elephant and horse as
decorative items. Near the market are two European-style
building in the reign of King Rama IV served as a
convalescence home and a retreat for the royal household and
foreign high-ranking officials. The buildings are considered
the country's very first seaside residence.
Bang Saen A well-known holiday beach, Bang Saen is
only 14 kilometres from the provincial town. From Sukhumvit
Road, take a right turn at Km. 104 and proceed on for
another 3 kilometres to get there. Bang Saen 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.
Getting There : Bus services are available from
Bangkok’s Ekkamai Bus Terminal throughout the day. There are
also local “Song Thaeo” transports serving Chon Buri town-Nong
Mon Market-Bang Saen.
Khao Sam Muk is a low hillock situated between Ang
Sila and Bang Saen 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 has it that the cliff-top was where two
lovers jumped to their death because of parental objection.
Nong Mon Market
On Sukhumvit Road near the entrance
road to Bang Saen 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, Khao Lam or gluttonous
rice baked in bamboo, Ho Mok or spicy steamed fish cakes,
Hoi Cho or deep fried shrimp cakes, sweetened banana and
taro chips, sweetened fruit preserves as well as rattan and
bamboo basketware from Phanat Nikhom.
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 townpeople.
The Marine Scientific Institute of the Burapha University
Situated in the Burapha University at Bang Saen. It is a
modern aquarium with realistic underwater environment. There
is a marine science museum which is open daily, except
Mondays, from 8.30 a.m. until 4.30 p.m. Admission fee is 20
baht for adults and 10 baht for children.
Wat Yai Inthraram Located on Chetchamnong Road in
town, Wat Yai Inthraram is an old temple built since the
times of Ayutthaya with Ayutthaya-style architectural
influence. This is evident from the Ubosot (ordination
hall)and Vihan (image hall) with their distinctive Gunwale
Curve base, are from the carved wooden door panels at the
Mondop (square building with a pyramidal roof) over the Holy
Footprints.
The Ubosot itself has been renovated during the reign of
King Rama III using glass-ware to adorn the gables and
windows. Within the Ubosot are murals covering the entire
four walls which have been continuous restored over the
years. In front of the temple stands a statue of King Taksin
the Great. It is said that the king used to stop here on the
way to set up his base in Chanthaburi during the Fall of
Ayutthaya in 1767.
Attraction around Amphoe Kho Si Chang
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 and Chinese
worshippers. From here the front side of the island with a
panoramic view of Sichang community can be clearly seen.
Hat Tham Phang Khao Tham Phang at the back of the island
surrounds this white sandy beach. The sloping beach is thus
on the unwindy side. The sea is clear and not too wavy. It
is a good 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. There pass on the back side of the island
is also another vantage point to watch the sunset.
Mondop atop Buddha's Footprint King Rama V had this
footprint replica installed on top of Khaya Sira Hill. It is
another vantage point to admire Ko Sichang and its
surrounding.
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 his wives and children. The
king loved to visit Sichang Island because of the beautiful
scenery and the tranquil atmospere 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 who was born here.
Si Chang
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 unfortunately
stopped 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.
Attractions around Amphoe Phanat
Nikhom
The Promotion Centre for Bamboo Basketry
Skills Long known for its fine basketry products, 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 the
Promotion Centre for Bamboo Basketry Skills on Intha-asa
Road near the district office, which is a royally-initiated
project of Her Majesty the Queen.
Attractions around Amphoe Satthahip
Ao Dong Tan Next to Sattahip Market is the curvy
bay with lines of fan-palms called " tan " trees from which
the name of the by is derived. The peaceful and quiet
atmosphere of the bay attracts local regulars who would like
to take a rest.
Bang Sa-re or Bang Saray is a fishing village some 16
kilometres south of Pattaya, with a right turn at Km. 164.
South of Bang Saray is a deep bay suitable for angling. To
the north are accommodation and dining facilities along the
beach.
Attraction around Amphoe Si Racha
CMT Flying Club This is a world-class
sports flying complex at Km.10 of Highway No.36 on the way
to the Khao Kheow Open Zoo. The CMT Flying Club provides a
manicured turf runway for use by both light and ultralight
aircraft and has designated flying areas for
radio-controlled (RC) model aircraft flying. The club also
provides comprehensive facilities for its members and
visitors, including a government certified flying school,
aircraft maintenance centre and RC model shop. Visitors can
enjoy a 15-minite fly on a light aircraft with skilled
instructor, which costs 1,300 baht per person. It is open on
Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Khao Kheow Open Zoo covers a vast tract of forestland
and is operated by the Zoological Garden Organization. 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 habitat. They include both domestic and imported
types. Open daily from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., the zoo is also
put on shows of well-trained animals and birds. Admission
fee is 300 baht for adults and 150 baht for children. A new
feature is the Night Safari Tour by auto-trams.
Siracha Tiger Zoo
At Km. 20 on Highway No. 36 between
Pattaya and Bang Saen or 10 kilometres from Si Racha, keeps
a large number of Bengal tigers, as well as crocodiles and
other animals. There are shows involving trainers with
tigers and crocodiles. Visitors will thrill to see how
friendship can be possible among tigers, pigs and dogs who
live together. The park is open daily from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission fee is 250 baht for adults and 150 baht for
children.
Ko Loi 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. A
flight of stairs leads up to the breezy hill-top which
offers a delightful view of the sea.
Namtok Chan Ta Then About 15 kilometres from
Sukhumvit Road on the same route to the Khao Khieo Open Zoo
is Namtok Chan Ta Then. The section of the road close to the
fall is quite steep. With five secondary levels, it can be
reached on foot along the path running along side the
stream. The best time to visit is between August-November
when the water is clear and still plentiful.
Saithip Butterfly Garden Situated at Km. 10 of
Highway No.36, this butterfly garden covers an area of 15
acres, regarded as the largest in Asia. There are also a bee
museum and an orchid farm in the area. The garden is open
daily from 8.30 a.m.-5.30 p.m. Admission : 80 baht for
adults and 40 baht for children.
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