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.

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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.

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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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