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      Chon Buri The Nearest Seaside Retreat
     
      Chonburi, Bangkoks nearest seaside town, is located on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, only 80 kilometers from Bangkok. The area boasts abundant natural resources, which are highlighted by delightful beaches, local colors, traditions, delicacies and fresh seafood. This is a popular resort among Bangkokians who seek the nearest escape from hectic weekly schedules as Chon Buri has something for everyone. In addition, Chon Buri is the center of the Eastern Seaboard Development Project, with its industrial parks and fishing villages.
     
     
      Pattaya A Travelers Paradise
     
      Pattaya is nestled along a picturesque bay on the East Coast of the Gulf of Thailand, roughly 170 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. From a fishing village in the 1960's, Pattaya has emerged as the favorite Southeast Asian vacation center. A fascinating escape where tourists, holiday makers and vacationers from around the world unfold an incomparable array of possibilities to unwind during an exotic holiday beach vacation.
     
      Unlike other beach resorts, where natural surroundings are used as magnets to attract tourists, Pattaya makes an all-out attempt to provide the best of everything. Here, everything means everything a tourist can imagine while on holiday: recreation, entertainment, sports, sightseeing and fun. To put it simply, Pattaya is a paradise for everyone, as it has a variety of attractions suitable for all types of visitors. This is the place where you can fill your day, from dusk to dawn, with endless activities, or you may choose to do nothing at all and relax.
     
     
      The Past
     
      Pattaya's name was originated from the march of Phraya Tak (later known as King Taksin the Great) and his followers from Ayutthaya to Chanthaburi just before the fall of the Ayutthaya Kingdom to the Burmese invaders in 1767.
     
      When Phraya Tak's army arrived in the vicinity of what is Pattaya today, he encountered the troops of Nai Klom who tried to intercept him. When the two leaders met face to face, Nai Klom was awed by Phraya Tak's dignified manner and his army's strict discipline, thereby surrendering without a fight. The place where the two armies confronted each other was later called Thap Phraya, which means the Army of the Phraya. This was later changed to Phatthaya, which happens to mean the wind blowing from the southwest to the northeast at the beginning of the rainy season. Today the spelling of the name has been simplified to Pattaya.
     
      For centuries, Pattaya was a small fishing village almost cut off from the outside world. But a big change occurred on 29 April 1961 when the first group of about 100 American servicemen who would join the Vietnam War arrived in Pattaya for relaxation. Soon, sleepy Pattaya became Thailand's premier and most successful beach resort, which annually attracts hundreds of thousands of pleasure-seeking visitors. A full range of accommodations from super deluxe hotels to bungalows and mini-pocket guesthouses replaced fishermens huts along the beach. Fishing vessels were adapted to become tourist boats and swimmers and sunbathers from various parts of the world frequented the quiet powdery golden beaches. Places of nighttime entertainment have also sprung up and are popular among international tourists.
     
     
      The Present
     
      Pattaya currently integrates the delights of a 1st class beach resort, city-like dining, shopping and night entertainment facilities with more than 300 assorted hotels, thousands of shops, restaurants and bars. In addition, there are an array of sports and recreational activities including beaches, golf courses, tennis courts, go-kart, gyms for working out, weight lifting and Thai-boxing gear. Pattaya offers a broad range of things to do. During the day, one may enjoy riding elephants or driving humble automatic mini-bikes, monstrous motorcycles, or even monster multicolored convertible Jeeps. Others go for shooting firearms, scuba diving and surfing, deep-sea fishing, speed boats, scooters, water-skiing, parasailing, or aerial sports such as gliding ultra-lights and flying motor-propelled gliders. On the other hand, at night, there are restaurants, bars, theaters, cabaret shows, night clubs, bowling halls, billiard & snooker clubs, discos, sauna & massage parlors, not to cite its absolutely incredible shopping which is available non-stop both day-and-night.
     
      Pattaya Facts
     
      This exotic beach resort welcomes approximately 5 million visitors a year. The friendly and hospitable Thai nature boosts its promotion, frequently bringing back the repeat visitors and constantly increasing the number of newcomers.
     
      Pattaya city is located on the eastern coast of the country at latitude 13 N and longitude 101 E in the area of Chon Buri province. It is 147 kilometers from Bangkok and lies parallel to Sukhumvit Road on its east and the coastline on its west. Pattaya occupies an area of 208.1 sq. km. that is divided into 53.44 sq. kilometers of land and 154.66 sq. kilometers of islands and sea. Its coastline is 15 kilometers long.
     
      Pattaya has a plain on the coast with some high mountains to the south. The area on the east slopes down towards the sea on the west.
     
     
      Administration
     
      Pattaya City has been administered under a special autonomous system since 1978. It has a status comparable to that of a municipality and is administered separately by the mayor of Pattaya City, who is responsible for making policies, organizing public services, and supervising all employees of Pattaya City Administration.
Ang Phak Nam waterfall - Bo Thong - Chon Buri

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Khao Cha-Ang - Bo Thong - Chon Buri

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Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine - Ko Si Chang - Chon Buri

      Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine is situated on a northern hill on the island. The shrine is a natural archi ....
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Hat Tham Phang - Ko Si Chang - Chon Buri

      Hat Tham Phang and Khao Tham Phang are located towards the back of the island. The sloping beach is ....
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Khao Khat Pass and Hat Hin Klom - Ko Si Chang - Chon Buri

      The name "Hat Hin Klom" originated from the rounded rocks on the beach which have been naturally "ro ....
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Koh Si Chang - Ko Si Chang - Chon Buri

      Si Chang island is a perfect getaway for travelers addicted to history and having fun. This tiny isl ....
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Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan - Ko Si Chang - Chon Buri

      Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan, which was named after Prince Chuthathut who was born here, is the only p ....
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Si Chang Palace - Ko Si Chang - Chon Buri

      Si Chang Palace was built during the reign of King Rama V as a summer palace. The landscaping of the ....
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Ang Sila - Mueang - Chon Buri

      A seaside-fishing village situated approximately 5 kilometers from town, Ang Sila is well known for ....
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Bang Saen - Mueang - Chon Buri

      This ever popular seaside town is situated approximately 14 kilometers from the city. To get to Bang ....
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Ho Phra - Mueang - Chon Buri

      Located on Wachiraprakan Road, approximately 500 meters from the town hall, the shrine houses a repl ....
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Khao Sam Muk - Mueang - Chon Buri

      A low hillock situated between Ang Sila and Bang Saen on the road that runs along the seashore is Kh ....
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Nong Mon Market - Mueang - Chon Buri

      This market is located on Sukhumvit Road along the way to Bang Saen and has gained popularity over t ....
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The Institute of Marine Science of the Burapha University - Mueang - Chon Buri

      The University operates a modern aquarium with real underwater environment and a marine science muse ....
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Wat Yai Inthraram - Mueang - Chon Buri

      Located on Chetchamnong Road, the temple, which is believed to have been built in the Ayutthaya peri ....
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Alangkarn Theatre - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located at Km. 155 marker on Sukhumvit Road Chomthian, Pattaya. With an area of 80 rais, the entire ....
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Bamrung Sport Club - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Situated on the bank of the Huai Sak Nok reservoir off of Sukhumvit Highway at Km. 150, the Bamrung ....
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Baan Sukhawadee - Pattaya - Chon Buri

           A European style mansion by the sea houses a statue of Kuan Yin and ot ....
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Cabaret Shows - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Alcazar on Pattaya II Road offers three shows daily at 6 p.m., 8 p.m. and 9.30 p.m. with an extra sh ....
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Hat Chomthian - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      The former paddy fields have turned into a thriving beach. Only 3 km. down Pattaya Beach, Chomthian ....
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Horseshoe Point Club - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located approximately 10 kilometers off of Sukhumvit Road, Horseshoe Point Club offers horse riding ....
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Khao Pattaya or Khao Phra Bat - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      This is a small hill to the south of Pattaya Beach. It is accessible by an asphalt road, which leads ....
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Koh Khrok - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Approximately 8 kilometers off of Pattaya Beach is Ko Khrok, an isle almost totally surrounded by ro ....
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Koh Lan - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Lying about 7.5 kilometers off of Pattaya by a 45-minute ferry or 15 minutes by speed boat ride, the ....
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Koh Phai, Koh Manwichai, Koh Luam, Koh Klungbadan - Pattaya - Chon Buri

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Koh Sak - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located approximately six hundred meters further from Ko Lan, or about 10 kilometers from Pattaya is ....
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Mini Siam - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located at Km. 143 on Highway No. 3 is a wonderland of miniature replicas of such outstanding archit ....
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Open Eyes Show - Pattaya - Chon Buri

           Is a great experience offering magic and Spy Zone. Situated on 2nd floor Pa ....
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Paintball - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Paintball ground is located on Thep Prasit Road, about 20 minutes drive from Pattaya city. Paintball ....
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Panarak Park - Pattaya - Chon Buri

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Pattaya at Night - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      The variety of nighttime activities continuing until dawn is so diverse that every person would easi ....
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Romance of the Three Kingdoms Park - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Situated close to the Horseshoe Point, the park contains several beautiful Chinese-style buildings a ....
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Sanctuary of Truth (Prasat Satchatham) - Pattaya - Chon Buri

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Sireporn Orchid Farm - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located at 235/14 Mu 5, Tambon Nong Prue, the farm has a wide array of different orchids and visitor ....
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Suan Chaloemphrakiat (Fitness Park) - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located at the foot of Pattaya hill on Phratamnak Road. Covering a large area, the place constructed ....
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The Bhira International Circuit - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      The compound is located approximately 15 kilometers from Pattaya on the Pattaya-Rayong Road (Highway ....
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The Bottle Museum - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      As the name implies, this is the place where you can find elaborate bottle creations, including the ....
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The Lakeland Water Cable Ski - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      This is at Km. 150.5 on Highway No. 3, about 5 kilometers from Pattaya. Cable ski equipment is avail ....
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The Million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      The Million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm, which is located approximately 9 kilometers from Pat ....
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The Monkey Training Centre - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Located in Soi Chaiyaphruk, off of Highway No. 3 at Km. 151, the centre brings the best out of the m ....
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The Motion Master Moving Theatre - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      Situated in the Royal Garden Plaza, the theatre offers hi-tech screening of motions and movements as ....
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The Pattaya Cart Speedway - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      This is a small racing track about 5 kilometers south of Pattaya on Thep Prasit Road. Open daily for ....
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The Pattaya Park - Pattaya - Chon Buri

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The Ripleys believe It or Not Odditorium - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      This is situated in the Royal Garden Plaza on Beach Road. The odditorium has a large collection of s ....
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The World Dog Centre - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      A little under 3 kilometers on Phonpraphanimit Road off Sukhumvit is a canine training facility. The ....
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Underwater World Pattaya - Pattaya - Chon Buri

      A new tourist attraction in town is the largest and most modern ocean aquarium in Asia, boasting a 1 ....
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Wong Phrachan beach - Pattaya - Chon Buri

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The Promotion Centre for Bamboo Basketry Skills - Phanat Nikhom - Chon Buri

      Long known for its fine basketry products, Phanat Nikhom originally made them for daily use. The pro ....
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Ao Dong Tan - Sattahip - Chon Buri

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Bang Sa-re or Bang Saray - Sattahip - Chon Buri

      A fishing village located approximately 16 kilometers south of Pattaya, Bang Saray can be reached by ....
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Chong Samae San - Sattahip - Chon Buri

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Hat Nang Ram - Sattahip - Chon Buri

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Hat Sai Kaeo - Sattahip - Chon Buri

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Hat Toei Ngam - Sattahip - Chon Buri

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Khao Chi Chan - Sattahip - Chon Buri

      features a sculptural image erected to honor His Majesty King erected to honor is Majesty King Bhumi ....
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Koh Kham Undersea - Sattahip - Chon Buri

      is a small island situated in the south of Sattahip District approximately 9 kilometers from land, a ....
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Suan Nong Nooch (Nong Nooch Garden) - Sattahip - Chon Buri

      Located approximately 18 kilometers south of Pattaya, the Garden can be reached by taking a left tur ....
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Wihan Sian - Sattahip - Chon Buri

      A Chinese-style structure called Wihan Sian which was built by Thais of Chinese descendants. Within ....
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CMT Flying Club - Si Racha - Chon Buri

      This is a world-class sports flying complex located at Km.10 marker, off of Highway No.36, on the wa ....
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Koh Loi - Si Racha - Chon Buri

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Namtok Chan Ta Then - Si Racha - Chon Buri

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The Khao Khiao Open Zoo - Si Racha - Chon Buri

      Covering a vast tract of forest land, the zoo is located approximately 20 kilometers south of Chon B ....
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The Si Racha Tiger Farm - Si Racha - Chon Buri

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