Wat Yangsangwararam |
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The Wat was built in 1978 to commemorate the reigns of King Naresuan and King Taksin The Great and their successful battle to free Thailand from Burmese rule. The site houses numerous temples and buildings representing the Buddhist styles of Thailand, China, Cambodia and Myanmar (Burma). |
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Viharasien |
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Across from Wat Yang is Anek Kusala Sala (Viharasien), the "abode of the gods". Yin-yangs adorn the gates to the Chinese temple-style structure which is a veritable treasure trove stacked full of hundreds of Chinese antiques and reproductions. Of these, more than 300 were donated by the Chinese government. In the front of the courtyards stands a massive bronze raised statue of Taoism's Eight Immortals of Taoism, a golden celestial dragon, laughing Buddhas and numerous other statuettes and stone carvings. |
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An army of bronze statues characterizing Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism waits inside as do fine examples of Thai and Chinese art. The top floor houses more Buddhas, jade dragons and the like, while the upper courtyard is full of Shaolin monks in fighting stances. The room to the left houses a reasonable collection of Thai art.
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Islands around Pattaya |
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When staying in beach resorts in Pattaya, you can also experience some island life. Approximately 8 kilometers off the shore of Pattaya is the 0, 06 square kilometer island of Koh Krok with its single 100 meter beach. Koh Sak is another small island, approximately the same size as Koh Krok and lies 10 kilometers from shore. It has two beaches, one of which is approximately 250 meters long. Boats offering tourist cruises usually stop here for tourists to swim. |
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Koh Lan Island is situated approximately 8 kilometers from the coast of Pattaya. The four square kilometer Koh Lan is the largest of the Koh Lan Island group which include Koh Krok and Koh Sak. There are a number of beautiful beaches and an abundance of coral which can be viewed from a glass bottom boat or by diving down. Swimming, coral viewing, water skiing, para-sailing and jet skiing is popular around these beaches.
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Jomtien Beach |
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Jomtien is a six kilometer long beach include some of the most popular accommodation in Pattaya. Jomtien is popular with water sport enthusiasts like wind surfers, kite boarders and various others. It is also home to several major beach resorts in Pattaya, resort and spa options and an array of restaurants. |
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Elephant Village |
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A few dozen elephants are trained to amuse tourists even playing football. Address: 48/120, Moo 7, Tambol Nong Prue, Pattaya City
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Combination Trekking - 10:30 and 16:00 hrs
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One Hour Elephant Trekking - 10:30 / 12:30 /16:00 hrs
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Elephant Show - 14:30 – 16:00 hrs
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Si Racha Tiger Zoo |
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Sriracha Tiger Zoo is host to more than 200 Bengal tigers. Here you can not only see, but also interact with these exotic animals. Sit down with one of them and feel what it feels like to stroke this powerful animal. Tigers also perform some tricks for the amusement of visitors. Bears and chimps perform in a circus here and a crocodile farm is another addition to the zoo. |
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Pattaya Kart Speedway |
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The Kart Speedway is the pioneer and the biggest of "Kart Racing Tracks" in Thailand with 400 & 800 meter Track with race proved karts and 15 years of experience in providing the exciting experience among Thai, foreigners and tourists. |
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Mini Siam |
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Mini Siam is a re-creation of all the important and interesting sites and landmarks of Thailand. It displays scale models of the entire important natural and man made features of Thailand.
If you do not have the time to actually visit all these sites, mini Siam will be a good substitute to see it all without having to go there.
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Hynix of the Sea |
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When in a land as beautiful as Thailand, one really needs to look at it from all angles.
Standing on a viewpoint looking out over the beautiful expanse is wonderful, but imagine having a go at the world beneath in a submarine.
Hynix of the Sea tours will take you on an unforgettable trip on a yellow submarine around the nearby island of Koh Larn.
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Underwater World |
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Pattaya is located on the coast of The Gulf of Thailand and naturally many opportunities to view marine life are available.
Underwater World is a 100 meter long tunnel through which visitors can stroll and view some magnificent marine life. Butterfly Fish, Angel Fish, Stingray, shark, turtles and many more can be seen here.
If you have the stomach for it, you can also scuba dive with the sharks and stingray in view of everyone in the tunnel.
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Oasis Sea World |
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Come swim with the dolphins at Oasis world. Swimming with these loving and intelligent creatures is unforgettable. Part of the parks activity include giving tourists a look into the breeding habits of dolphins and programs to rescue and care for injured dolphins. |
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Pattaya Million Year Stone Park |
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The Million Year Stone Park is located just 15 minutes drive from Pattaya. It was founded by Khun Suan Phanomwattanakul, a Thai businessman, who, through his love of nature and the need for the preservation thereof and of course, due to his love of his beautiful country, dedicated 30 years of his life collecting rare and ancient objects for display in the park.
From 1989 to 1992 he constructed the farm which was designed according only to his ideas and imagination. A truly wonderful accomplishment.
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Today the park offers tourists the opportunity to view beautiful gigantic rock gardens, exotic plants which include 100 million year old Petrified trees, Thai style trained trees over 200 years old and the largest artificial waterfall in Thailand. Huge rocks shaped like animals weighing up to 75 tons each add to this kaleidoscope of beauty. Animals to be seen here include thousands of crocodiles, both salt and freshwater, snakehead fish from the Amazon and giant catfish weighing 500 kilograms.
Elephants, camels, lions and even Albino bears, form part of the inhabitants of the farm. Make sure you book a ticket for the crocodile show, but be warned, it is not for the faint hearted.
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Pattaya Nightlife |
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The nightlife in Pattaya city is mainly located around Soi (street) 13 to 16 in the south of Pattaya, inter-linked by small side streets. It is loud, wild and raunchy. Here you will find anything a tourist could want on a night out in town. At night, the area is closed for traffic, seeing thousands of people, certainly many tourists, walking the area in search of whatever they desire, hence the name Walking Street. |
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Go-Go Bars, cabaret shows, beer bars, restaurants and massage parlors by the dozens are ready to welcome you in and comply with requests. Many are of course attracted to Pattaya due its reputation for solicited sex and the availability of beautiful young Thai women. If this is your thing, you can certainly have your share. However, don’t let the perception created about Pattaya’s nightlife make you hesitant to go on a walking tour of the area if this is not your thing. It is as safe as any other and the night shopping is great.
Have a beer somewhere or something to eat with friends and family and enjoy your self looking at some of the spectacles. In short, Pattaya is the center of all parties. The nightlife is often believed to be better than Bangkok. The atmosphere somehow is just better and it has a more holiday feel to it all.
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Happy-a-go-go, Carousel, and the doll House must be on the top of the list of go-go bars. Electric Blue is another with its three level stage and American style restaurant. If you want it a little less raunchy and wish for something more laid back and retiring, head for Naklua. Compared to the wild vibe in Pattaya, Naklua is almost devoid of the hard core action found in Pattaya. There are a handful of beer bars where you can pick-up or just chat with girls down sois 18 and 33. Names include Tutti Frutti, Sloppy Joe's and Barracuda Bar. There is also a Thai-orientated disco on Naklua Road called Star Dice. |
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Tiffany's is a 30 year old ladyboy cabaret extravaganza. Here the Trans-gender performers will stun you with cabaret shows three times each night. With feminine features to make most women envious, painted nails and colourfull dresses, they entertain with shows like no other. Be sure to save an evening for this live entertainment extravaganza. You won’t easily forget it.
As full of sights and activities Pattaya is during the day, so much it has to offer the nocturnal among us and a stay in this beach front town is almost always too short.
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Pattaya Floating Market |
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The Four Regions Floating market in Pattaya is an authentic floating market and probably one of the biggest in Thailand. The wooden buildings represent the architecture of the four regions of Thailand which you will notice as you travel along the market.
More than 100 shops offer the opportunity to buy food and souvenirs and free cultural shows are also on offer. Take a boat ride along the canals or just stroll around the area and cross the canal with specially built bridges. This attraction is all about authenticity, it is clean and a must for every visitor.
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Water Theme Park |
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Situated in Jomtien, Pattaya Water Park offers huge water slides, swimming pool and a revolving restaurant at the top of a tower offering some nice views of Pattaya. The kids will love the place and even adults have a good time. |
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Pattaya Water Sports |
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Snorkeling around the islands of Koh Khrok, Koh Sok and Koh Lan just off the coast of Pattaya, Scuba diving, jet skiing, wind surfing, wake snake riding and so much more. It is all here. Pattaya is a water sport enthusiast's dream holiday destination. |
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Khoa Phra Baht |
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At the top of a hill in the south of Pattaya sits the Big Buddha statue built completely by hand. It took monks more than a year to complete this statue. Along the base of the statue are several other Buddhist each representing a different role in the life of Buddhists. The steps leading to the top of the hill are flanked by two huge golden seven-headed nagas. The naga is a sacred mythical dragon-like creature that often appears on the balustrades of temple causeways and platforms ("naga bridges"), where they personify the rainbow as a bridge between the earthly and celestial worlds.
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More Pattaya Activities |
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Apart from the above, Pattaya offers an abundance of activities for the entire family. Bungee jumping, horse riding, water skiing, elephant rides and treks, Thai boxing, theme parks, scuba, windsurfing and much more.
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