Attractions Amphoe Phanat Nikhom

Phra Phuttha Ming Mueang (พระพุทธมิ่งเมือง) is an engraved Buddha image out of Padauk wood in the posture of subduing Mara. It is the Laotion art, constructed in 1828 by the Laotians who immigrated in to 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 as a 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 (หอพระพนัสบดี) is situated in the middle of a pond , opposite the Phanat Nikhom Municipality office, Muaeng Kao Road,Soi 1. It is a place where a replica of Phra Phanatbodi 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 delicate black stone. The image is standing on a mythical creasure whose characteristics are a mixture of a garuda, a bull and a swan.

Attractions Amphoe Sattahip

Amphoe Sattahip
On the last curvy bay of Chon Buri is situated the Royal Thai Nabal Base. Presently Sattahip is simply small fishing town by the sea. Domestic tourists come to pay homage to Wat Luang Pho I, a renowned Buddhist monk. Its big squid pier at Samaesan is still viable.

Alangkarn Theater(โรงละครอลังการ) 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 Thai lifestyle with a floating market for visitors to purchase fruits and thai desserts. The Alangkarn Theater is open everyday except Wednesday from 5.30 p.m.-11.00 p.m. The performance starts from 6.30 p.m.-8.30 p.m. For more information,Tel.038256000 or Bangkok Tel.022161869-71 or
www.alangkarnthailand.com



Turtle Conservation Centre, the Royal Thai Navy(ศูนย์อนุรักษ์พันธุ์เต่าทะเล กองทัพเรือ)
is a source of knowledge on the biology of the sea turtle life cycle for the government agencies and other groups of visitors. The center also provides a lecture for the public and youth, VDO presentation and exhibitions. Visitors can admire the cuteness of the sea turtles in the nursery ponds. Its objective is to create love and the preservations awareness towards Thai sea turtles. The Center is open everyday from 8.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Please contact in advance at the Air and Coastal Defence Command, Tel. 038431477 ext.1035 or www.navy.mi.th




The Laser Beams Cast Buddha Image of Kho Chi Chan(พระพุทธรูปแกะสลักเขาชีจรรย์) is located on the same route as Wat Yanasangwararam, 6 kilometres from Km.160 of Sukhumvit Road., The image is in the subdoing 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 Puttha Maha Wachira Uttamophat Satsada" was constructed in 1996 to honour His Majesty the king. Inside the chest of the image resides the Lord Buddha's 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.

Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and Resort (สวนนงนุช)
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 setting. Groups of traditional Thai house and gardens of different plants, for example, 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 dialy cultural and elephant shows attracting crowds of delighted visitors. Showtimes are 9.45 a.m. 10.30 a.m. 03.00 a.m. 3.45 p.m. and holiday 2.45 a.m. Admission:400 baht Tel.0 3842 9321, 0 3870 9358-62 or Bangkok Tel. 0 2252 1786. The admission fee to the garden is 100 baht, while that including the performance is 400 baht. Moreover, the garden provides a tram for touring around costing 20 baht per one round per person. For more information, Tel. 0 3842 9321, 0 3842 2958 Bangkok Tel. 02 251 2161, 02 252 1786.

Bang Sa-re(บางเสร่) This is a fishing village some 16 kilometres south of Pattaya, with a right turn at Kms. 164. South of Bang Sa-re is a deep bay suitable for angling. To the north are accommodation and dining facilities along the beach.

Wat Sattahip or Wat Luangpho(วัดสัตหีบ หรือ วัดหลวงพ่ออี๋) 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 I or Phrakhru Worawet Muni who possessed knowledge of meditation and was the comforter for local in their difficult times. Therefore, the monk was highly respected among the locals. They, therefore, cast an actual-size statue of him residing inside the Ubosot.

Hat toei Ngam(หาดเตยงาม) Lines of toei trees on the 200 metres crescent beach add to the tranquillity of the atmosphere. The northern side of the beach is located a naval museum and monument. Toei Nghm Beach is under the navy's supervision. It is ,however,open to the general public from 6.a.m. to 9 p.m. everyday.




HTMS Chakri Naruebet (เรือรบหลวงจักรีนฤเบศร) is an offshore Patrol Helicopter Carrier anchored at the Chuk Samet Deep Seaport. His Majesty the King named the ship "Chakri Naruebet" meaning the Sovereign of the Chakri Dynasty. It was constructed in spain in 1994. It is an 11-storey ship measuring 182 metres in length and 30.5 metres in width. It is equipped with modern weapons, as well as, long-range surveillance radar. The important missions during wartime are the Flagship of the fleet, controlling and commanding the fleet in the sea, as well as the aircraft carrier and air defence mission. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. It is closed only on Wednesday from 8.00 a.m.- 12.00 a.m. It is free of charge. International visitors will have to write a letter to the Commander of the Royal Thai Fleet, Sattahip, Chonburi, 20180. For more information, Tel. 0 3843 8547-62 ext. HTMS Chakri Naruebet.