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Sightseeing
There are many fantastic attractions within Pattaya or within easy reach. Motorbike hire, car hire and taxis can help to get you around in comfort. Here are just a few great attractions...
Attractions
Pattaya Beach is about 4 kilometers long, with Beach Road running along side from the north to the south. The northern part is the more quiet area of the resort while the southern part is the hustling, bustling and lively section, where on both sides of the "Walking Street" are lined up with shops of all kinds: restaurants, discotheques, bars and nightclubs. Shopping can be as just fun as in Bangkok.
Mini Siam & Mini Europe
Located near Pattaya Klang, is Thailand's first wonder displaying Thai and European heritage on a miniature scale. This is the third miniature town in the world after the Netherlands and Taiwan that brings together models of important objects and historical sites of different culture, and civilizations of various periods from the ancient time till present. More than 100 models, each on a scale of 1:25, are displays in an area of 29 rai, surrounded by natural sceneries blended with different types of well selected trees. Open from 7.00-22.00 hrs.Admission is 200 Baht.
Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum
Located on the 3 rd floor of Royal Plaza Building on Beach Road. Odd stories and objects are collected from around the world and exhibited here. The museum is open daily during 11.00-21.00 hrs. Admission is 100 Bahts.
Pattaya Park
Between South Pattaya and Bomtien Beach, is a water amusement park with water sliders, whirlpools and large pool for children. Admission is 100 Baht. Open from 9.00-18.00
Million Years Stone Park & Crocodile Farm
located some 9 kilometres from Pattaya comprises breeding pens with more than 1,000 crocodiles, a zoo, and a bonsai garden decorated with rock formations. Open daily from 8.30-18.00 hrs. There are crocodile shows at 10.00, 11,00 14.00, 15.30, 17.00 hrs. Admission is 250 Baht.
Siam Country Club
Located at km. 145 on Sukhumvit Highway, with the left turn about 11 kilometres. With 6,448 yards, par 72, it is one of country's most challenging courses with lots of wooded hills. The course offers accommodation in a hilly photogenic landscape.
Pattaya Elephant Village
Is on the road to Siam Country Club Golf Courses. The village shows elephant displaying forestry skills, playing football and re-enact of war elephant parade. The village also demonstrates how wild elephants were captured in the north-eastern part of Thailand. Daily show time is a 14.30 P.M.
Panarak Park
5 km. off Pattaya on the road to Siam Country Club Golf Course, offers a tropical garden setting. The park is equipped with fishing gear for a well-stocked fishing pond. The place also has bungalow accommodations, a restaurant, jogging and cycling paths, boating and water-cycling. It gives up-country experience for staying overnight there.
The Bira International Circuit
Located at km.14 on Route 36 to Rayong, offers international motor and motorcycle racing occasionally. The 2.4 kilometres circuit is ideal for formula 3 races. For the one who loves speed and would like to experience the real thing on the racing track, the circuit opens every day.
Jomtien Beach
Located 2 kilometres from South Pattaya, is good for swimming. The beach has become more and more popular for water sports and activities because it has a long straight coastline and there are fewer boats anchored in the area. Reasonable accommodation is also available.
Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
At about 20 kilometres from Pattaya is a Thai-village-style recreation-come vacation park. The entire area of some 500 acres is beautifully landscaped, with orchid nursery and other botanical gardens. There are also cultural and traditional performances and an elephant show.
Wat Yansangwararam
A temple under the King's patronage is unique for it's modern Thai architecture. The monks offer meditation courses opened to everybody at 6.00 and 18.00 hrs. The temple is 12 kilometres south of Pattaya and only 3 kilometres from from the Nong Nooch tropical garden. Nearby is a Chinese-style building called "Wihan Sian" housing antiques and art objects from China. Admission is 30 Baht.
Bang Saray
A fishing village located 20 kilometres south of Pattaya, offers deep-sea fishing opportunities.
Ko Larn
30 minutes offshore by plublic ferry (20 Bahts) or 15 minutes by speed boat, is the largest of Pattaya's archipelago. Major attractions include viewing coral reefs from glass bottomed boats, snorkelling, scuba diving, wind-surfing, skiing and parasailing. There are a lot of seafood restaurants on the island's main beaches. Deep sea fishing can be arranged to Koh Larn's neighbouring islands such as Koh Khrok and Koh Sak.
Ko Phai
At 40 minutes sail beyond Ko Lan this island is currently under the care of the Royal Navy. Visitors are not allowed to stay overnight here, but it has fine deserted beaches that are open during the day.
All the nearby islands are easy to get to and charters can be arranged at most hotels or by negotiating a price direct with the boat owners. Boat charters cost 1,00-5,000 Bahts per day depending on the season and size of the boat.
Pattaya Festival
Thailand's world famous seaside resort puts on it's most festive face for this annual event, held in April at the height of the summer season. Food and floral floats, beauty contests, stalls selling local delicacies, and a spectacular display of fireworks on the beach are only a few of the highlights that attract merry-makers.
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