Chonburi Province
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Chonburi is a province
(changwat) of Thailand
. Neighboring provinces are (from north clockwise) Chachoengsao
, Chanthaburi
and Rayong
. To the west is the Gulf of Thailand
. The eastern seaboard is heavily industrialized and underpinned by shipping, transportation, tourism, and manufacturing industries, and second to only Bangkok
in economic output.
word Jala meaning water, and the word buri from Sanskrit Puri meaning town or city. Hence the name of the province literally means City of Water.
, the northern end of the Gulf of Thailand
. A mountain range stretches from the north-west to the south-east of the province, while the fertile plains of the north were long used for farming. In Laem Chabang
, in the south of the province, is one of the few deep-water harbours of Thailand.
, located on the Gulf of Thailand
, is a major international tourist destination.
The 20th World Scout Jamboree
, organised by the World Organization of the Scout Movement
, drew 30,000 teenage Boy Scout
s to a naval base near the village of Sattahip, where activities included: world issue awareness, a showcase of Thai science & technology, and obstacle course-style competitions between scouts from different nations.
The province of Chonburi is one of the few Thai provinces, which do not possess a City Pillar Shrine Lak Mueang
. There is a plan to construct a shrine by 2012.
shows the hill Khao Sam Muk, on which a shrine
is located. The local people believe that the spirit of that mountain protects the fishermen from harm. The legend says that in the 18th century a Chinese girl threw herself from the cliff after her parents objected to her marriage to her lover.
Provincial tree as well as flower is the Burmese Rosewood
(Pterocarpus indicus, local name Pradu).
The provincial slogan is Beautiful Beaches, Delicious Khao Lam, Sweet Sugar Cane, Delicate Basketry Products and Buffalo Racing.
The province is subdivided in 11 districts (amphoe
). These are further subdivided into 92 subdistricts (tambon
) and 691 villages (muban
).
* capital of district
Wat Khao Phra Phutthabat Bang Sai (วัดเขาพระพุทธบาทบางทราย) Inside the Mondop–a square building with a crown-like cupola- resides the Buddha’s footprint. From the end of the fourth lunar month to the second day of the fifth month during the period of the waxing moon, there is a tradition that people will proceed up the hill to pay respect to the Buddha’s footprint.
Wat Yai Inthraram (วัดใหญ่อินทราราม) It is an ancient and significant temple of Mueang Chon Buri, influenced by the late Ayutthayan architectural style. The Ubosot was built in its Gunwale Curve base and inside displays mural paintings.
Phra Phutthaishing Shrine (หอพระพุทธสิหิงค์) The shrine houses a replica of the
Phra Phutthaishing cast in pure silver.
Wat Thammanimit (วัดธรรมนิมิตต์) It was constructed in 1941 and is a place where the Phra Phutthamongkhon Nimit Buddha image resides. It is a concrete Buddha image decorated with mosaic tiles in the Boarding a Boat posture.
Ang Sila (อ่างศิลา) is a seaside fishing village. 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.
Wihan Thep Sathit Phra Kitti Chaloem or Nacha Sa Thai Chue Shrine (วิหารเทพสถิตพระกิติเฉลิม หรือ ศาลเจ้าหน่าจาซาไท้จื้อ) It is a Chinese shrine. It is a 4-storey building decorated in the extraordinary Chinese architectural art and housing various Chinese deity images.
Khao Sam Muk (เขาสามมุข) is a low hillock situated between Ang Sila and Bang Saen Beach, 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.
The Marine Scientific Institute (สถาบันวิทยาศาสตร์ทางทะเล) Situated in the Burapha University at Bang Saen Beach. It is a modern aquarium with realistic underwater environment.
Bang Saen Beach, (หาดบางแสน) is a well-known holiday beach only 14 kilometres from the provincial town. In 1943, the government built the first holiday resort in the country here. It is now under the supervision of Saen Suk Municipal Administration.
Laem Thaen (แหลมแท่น) is in the area of Bang Saen Beach near Khao Sam Muk. It is a cape reaching out to the sea where pavilions for relaxation and restaurants are situated. There are a lot of people coming to do fishing in the area.
Sriracha Tiger Zoo (สวนเสือศรีราชา) At km 20 on Highway No. 3241 between Pattaya and Bang Saen Beach, or 10 kilometres from Si Racha District, this is a well-maintained zoo with hoards of crocodiles, Bengal tigers, camel, deer, scorpions and more.
Khao Kheow Open Zoo (สวนสัตว์เปิดเขาเขียว) This famous zoo operated by the Zoological Garden Organization and covers a vast tract of forestland. There are more than 200 species of wildlife living in their natural habitual. They include both domestic and imported types.
Ko Sichang (เกาะสีชัง) Twelve kilometers off the shore of Si Racha is the large island of Sichang offering pleasant and quiet mountain and sea views. Ko Sichang has served as a cargo station since the early days of the country’s trading history. It is also the site of a summer palace built during the reign of King Rama V.
Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine (ศาลเจ้าพ่อเขาใหญ่) 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.
Ao Udom Scenario (บรรยากาศทะเลอ่าวอุดม เทศบาลนครแหลมฉบัง อ.ศรีราชา)The Scene of Ao Udom area is based on the cargo shipment as transfer from barge to vessel, vessel to coast and fuel jetty. More jetty and Ao Udom as operated by private sector; PTT, THAIOIL, ESSO, SIAM COMMERCIAL, KERRY LOGISTIC and etc. Bann Ao Udom is small fishery village more over than 100 years ago; WATT MAI NERN PAYOM is only one Buddhist temple in this village.
Mondop atop Buddha’s Footprint (มณฑปรอยพระพุทธบาท) 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.
Hat Tham Khao Phang (หาดถ้ำเขาพัง) Hat Tham Khao Phang at the back of the island surrounds this white sandy beach. The sloping beach is thus on the un-windy side.
Khao Khat Pass and Hat Hin Klom (ช่องเขาขาดและหาดหินกลม) 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.
Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan (พระจุฑาธุชราชฐาน) 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. 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.
Ko Thai Khangkhao (เกาะท้ายค้างคาว) is a small island on the southern side of Ko Sichang where there is a sandy beach and coral.
Amphoe Bang Lamung and Mueang Pattaya
Underwater World (อันเดอร์วอเตอร์ เวิลด์) is an aquarium where there is a collection of marine species in the Gulf of Thailand. The tunnel is 105 metres long divided into 4 zones. Moreover, there are marine lives feeding shows, both on the surface of the water and underwater in each zone.
Pattaya
beach (หาดพัทยา) The half-moon-shaped beach is about 4 kilometres long with Beach Road running parallel to the beach.
Suan Chaloemphrakiat (สวนเฉลิมพระเกียรติ) This is a fitness park at the foot of Khao Pattaya. With an area of 6 acres (24,281.2 m²), the park was dedicated to commemorate His Majesty the King’s sixtieth birthday on December 5, 1988.
Jomtien Beach (หาดจอมเทียน) This 6-kilometre-long beach is only 4 kilometre from Pattaya. Beach Road runs parallel to the shore along which are hotels, restaurants, and a beach sports pavilion.
Wong Phra Chan (หาดวงพระจันทร์) This small tranquil one kilometre beach is on the northern side of Pattaya Bay.
Sanctuary of Truth (ปราสาทสัจธรรม) This gigantic wooden structure is situated by the sea at Laem Ratchawet, North Pattaya. The Sanctuary of Truth was first built in 1981 by Mr. Lek Wiriyaphan, the founder of the Ancient City in Samut Prakan Province.
The Million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm (อุทยานหินล้านปีและฟาร์มจระเข้พัทยา) Its grounds are landscaped with flowering and rock gardens. Hundreds of crocodiles as well as some rare animals, including albino bears and horses, are kept.
Mini Siam (เมืองจำลองพัทยา) is a famous model village. It celebrates the heritages of Thailand with miniature replicas of the most famous monuments and historical sites.
Pattaya Elephant Village (หมู่บ้านช้างพัทยา) This elephant camp focuses on daily life of elephants and their masters and also offers stage shows demonstrating how to catch wild elephants, elephants-at-work in the jungle, elephants playing football and a grand war elephants parade.
The Three Kingdoms Park (อุทยานสามก๊ก) is an attraction with the Sino-Thai architectural style. The art objects in this place are in accordance with the Chinese Fengshui: a 5-storey building, displaying oil paintings of the life story of Kong Ming, as well as, Jiangxi sculptures of leading characters from the chronicle in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.
Ripley’s World of Entertainment (ริบลีส์ เวิล์ด ออฟ เอนเตอร์เทนเม้นท์) is located on the 3rd floor of the Royal Garden Plaza Department Store, on Pattaya Beach Road.
Pattaya Park and Tower (สวนสนุกพัทยาปาร์ค) Pattaya Park Beach Resort and Tower at Jomtien Beach features a large whirlpool with giant sliders and a tower with a revolving restaurant.
Ko Larn (เกาะล้าน) This island is 7.5 kilometres from South Pattaya. It has beaches with white sand and clear water which are on the western side of the island.
Ko Sak (เกาะสาก) Six hundred metres north of Ko Lan is Ko Sak, a small island shaped like an upturn horseshoe. There are two connecting beaches to the north and south.
Mu Ko Phai (หมู่เกาะไผ่) is 23 kilometres from Pattaya beach comprising Ko Phai, Ko Man Wichai, Ko Lueam and Ko Klueng Badan. Ko Phai is the biggest one and is under the supervision of the Royal Thai Navy.
Anek Kuson Sala (Wihan Sian) (เอนกกุศลศาลา (วิหารเซียน)) is the place collecting high-class Chinese architecture and fine arts constructed in 1987 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of His Majesty the King’s birthday.
Wat Yanasangwararam Woramahawihan (วัดญาณสังวรารามวรมหาวิหาร) At the entrance are situated international pavilions. Within the compound of the temple are the Mondop where a replica of the Buddha’s footprint is enshrined, a large Chedi containing the relics of the Lord Buddha, as well as, his enlightened followers, and Wihan Phra Yanaret.
Thai Alangkarn Theater Pattaya (โรงละคร ไทย "อลังการ")
The entire project includes a prototype hexa stage theater with 2,000 seats in tiers, cultural rostrum and a restaurant. The show, called ‘The Thai Extravaganza Show‘, is presenting Thailand through a new panoramic concept with the use of hi-tech equipment such as the multi-color lasers, surround sound system, and pyrotechnic, which synchronize with the act from more than hundred experienced of performers on stage.
The Laser Beams Cast Buddha Image of Khao Chi Chan (พระพุทธรูปแกะสลักเขาชีจรรย์) The image is in the subduing Mara posture, cast by laser beams on the Khao Chi Chan cliff. It is a combination of Sukhothai and Lanna arts. The image called “Phra Phuttha Maha Wachira Uttamophat Satsada” was constructed in 1996 to honour His Majesty the King.
Wat Sattahip or Wat Luangpho I (วัดสัตหีบ หรือ วัดหลวงพ่ออี๋) 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.
Hat Toei Ngam (หาดเตยงาม) Lines of toei trees (Pandanus kaida Kurz) on the 200 metre crescent beach add to the tranquillity of the atmosphere. At the northern side of the beach is located a naval museum and monument.
Hat Sai Kaeo (หาดทรายแก้ว) is a beach under the supervision of the Royal Thai Navy and is near the Naval Rating School.
Hat Nang Ram (หาดนางรำ) Nang Ram beach is about 200 metres long. At the tip of the beach stands the shrine of Kromluang Chumphonkhetudomsak, the Father of Royal Thai Navy.
Hat Nang Rong (หาดนางรอง) is a short distance beyond Hat Nang Ram. It is a 200- metre beach with pine trees.
Hat Thian Tale (หาดเทียนทะเล) It is a sandy beach alternating with rocks, covering an area of 900 metres. It is a panoramic sightseeing point, with a bizarre shape of cliffs with a view of the sunset.
HTMS Chakri Naruebet (เรือรบหลวงจักรีนฤเบศร) is an offshore patrol helicopter carrier anchored at the Chuk Samet Deep Seaport. 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
Turtle Conservation Center, the Royal Thai Navy (ศูนย์อนุรักษ์พันธุ์เต่าทะเล กองทัพเรือ) Its objective is the preservation awareness towards Thai sea turtles.
Chong Samaesan Village (หมู่บ้านช่องแสมสาร) Chong Samaesan is another village offering fishing opportunities.
Suan Chunlakan Sathit Sathan Banphachon Siam (สวนจุลการสถิตสถานบรรพชนสยาม) is a park built for Admiral Prince Krommaluang Chumphon Khet Udomsak in 1995. There is a shrine and statues of Prince Krommaluang Chumphon Khet Udomsak and significant persons in Thai history as well as revered Buddhist monks in the past are situated.
Phra Phuttha Ming Mueang (พระพุทธมิ่งเมือง) is an engraved Buddha image out of padauk wood in the posture of subduing Mara. It is the Laotian art, constructed by the Laotians who immigrated into this area. It is near the community centre of the Phanat Nikhom municipality office.
Ho Phra Phanatbodi (หอพระพนัสบดี) It is a place where a replica of Phra Phanatbodi (Vanaspati) is enshrined. It is a dignified standing Buddha image whose age is approximately 1,200-1,300 years. It was elaborately engraved out of a delicate black stone.
Wat Chum Saeng Si Wanaram (วัดชุมแสงศรีวนาราม) The distinguishing point of this temple is Sala Kan Parian–a temple hall for the Buddhist monks’ meeting and religious ceremony, constructed of terra-cotta into modern architecture. It is called Mabunkhrong Building
Luangpho Tio, Wat Hua Thanon (หลวงพ่อติ้ว วัดหัวถนน) It is an engraved image of taeo wood (called tio wood by the Laotians). During the Songkran period, on 19 April every year, there is a procession carrying the image around the village.
Sa Siliam (สระสี่เหลี่ยม) According to legend, it is the pond where Phra Rot in the folk story “Phra Rot-Meri”, brought his cock to drink water in this area when he ran a cock fight to make a living for the 12 ladies.
Wat Luang Phrommawat (วัดหลวงพรหมวาส) This temple was once a place where the ceremony of drinking an oath of allegiance was conducted. The temple’s compound is large and abundant. There are a large number of flying foxes in the trees.
Wat Tai Ton Lan (วัดใต้ต้นลาน) It was constructed in 1905, representing the interesting architecture of the local skilled craftsmen such as the old wooden Sala Kan Parian–a preaching hall, a pair of swan columns, the cement giant sculpture, the ancient Jiangxi Chinese tiles, and the scripture hall or library made of teakwood surrounded by water.
Khao Cha-ang (เขาชะอางค์) (Amphoe Bo Thong
) is an isolated limestone mountain standing on a plain and an important source of gold and antimony. Inside each mountain are various beautiful caves such as Tham Nam, Tham Khangkhao, Tham Laplae and Tham Mangkon.
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
is located about 15 kilometers south of Pattaya. It is a 500-acre (2.0 km2) site of botanical gardens and an orchid nursery where cultural shows with trained chimpanzees and elephants are presented.
Major hotels operate gourmet restaurants, cocktail lounges, discothèques, nightclubs and supper clubs which offer food, drinks, music and international entertainment.
Silver Lake Vineyard (ไร่องุ่นซิลเวอร์เลก) is located at Mu 7, Tambon Na Jomtien, Sattahip District, covering an area of 400 rai with 12 kinds of grapes, 11 of which are for fresh consumption and the other one is for making wine.
Ecotourism Attractions
Ko Kham Underwater Park (อุทยานใต้ทะเลเกาะขาม) is an ecotourism attraction within the compound of the Royal Thai Navy in Sattahip. There are many Chan Pha (Dracaena loureiri Gagnep.) trees. It looks like two islands connecting each other with extending land. Snorkelling can be done at the island.
Coral Reef Submarine Tours
In Pattaya, there are both submarines and semi-submarines to admire the beauty of the coral reefs underwater in the areas of Ko Lan and Ko Sak.
Chonburi has a variety fresh and dried seafood.
Chaeng Lon (แจงลอน) This is Chonburi’s special delicacy which uses the same ingredients as Ho Mok (ห่อหมก) with coconut shreds to replace coconut milk. The mixture is hand-molded into small buns on a stick, and charcoal-grilled until cooked.
Hoi Cho (หอยจ้อ) This Chinese delicacy is Chonburi’s famous dish because a special kind of sea crabs is used as the main ingredient.
Khao Lam (ข้าวหลาม) This specialty is made with sticky rice, sugar and coconut cream cooked in specially-prepared bamboo rods.
Stone Products (ผลิตภัณฑ์จากหิน) such as a mortar, whetstone, engraved stone into animal shapes such as lions, elephants, horses and others are widely offered at Ang Sila, on the way from Chonburi to Bang Saen.
Products from Pineapple Paper (ผลิตภัณฑ์จากกระดาษใยสับปะรด) are produced in Tambon Nong Kham, Si Racha District. Examples of the products include wine boxes and bags, boxes of tissue paper, perfume boxes, photo albums, folders, sets of envelopes, and boxes of paper note.
Basketry Market (ตลาดจักสาน) Long known for its fine basketry products, Amphoe Phanat Nikhom originally made them for daily use. The products were gradually developed into more elaborate and marketable hand-crafted items Artificial fruits made of clay (ผลไม้ดินปั้น). Various kinds of artificial fruits made of clay in miniature size are made, dried by sunlight and painted in actual colors. Then, they are wind dried again.
Wan Lai Festival (ประเพณีวันไหล) is a Chonburi merit making day of the seamen on the Thai New Year during the Songkran Festival, organized during 13–20 April every year. There is alms-offering to the monks, ceremony of pouring water onto the Buddha’s image, sand pagoda making, splashing water and local games and sports in Chonburi. The areas where the Wan Lai Festival is organized are as follows:
Pattaya–Na Kluea Wan Lai Festival and Na Kluea Kong Khao Fair (งานประเพณีวันไหล พัทยา- นาเกลือ และงานกองข้าวนาเกลือ) are organized on 18–20 April every year at Lan Pho Public Park, Na Kluea and Wat Chai Mongkhon in South Pattaya.
Songkran Si Maha Racha Festival and Kong Khao Tradition (งานประเพณีสงกรานต์ศรีมหาราชาและงานประเพณีกองข้าว) is an ancient festival of the Chonburi locals. At present, Si Racha District still preserves this tradition and organizes it every year, during 19–21 April, to worship the gods who have been protecting them throughout the year. Activities comprise of the procession led by the elderly and various organizations in traditional Thai costume, a worship ceremony, spirit offering ceremony, Kong Khao tradition demonstration, local games, demonstrations, and sales of traditional desserts and local food.
Ko Phra Sai Wan Lai Festival, Bang Saen (งานประเพณีก่อพระทรายวันไหล บางแสน) is the festival which has been conducted by the Saen Suk people from the past. Originally, it was called “Ngan Thambun Wan Lai”, a gathering of people from various villages to do the merit making in the Songkran Festival or the Thai New Year Day, taking place on 16–17 April, every year. Monks from every temple in Saen Suk sub-district are invited to perform the religious ceremony. There is merit making, food offering and bahting ceremony. Later, there are activities of sand pagoda making, water splashing, local games and sports, etc.
Ngan Bun Klang Ban and Phanat Nikhom Basketwork (งานบุญกลางบ้าน และเครื่องจักสานพนัสนิคม) are traditions that have been passed on for a long period of time of the Phanat Nikhom people. They are organized on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the first week of May or the Thai 6th lunar month. The locals will bring food, offer them to the monks, and dedicate the merit to the guardian spirits, enemies from a former life, the deceased relatives, as well as, to drive out bad things, to ask for rain during the season and to wish for abundant food and plants. After the religious ceremony, there is lunch, local games and a demonstration of Phanat Nikhom basketry making.
Chonburi Buffalo Race (งานประเพณีวิ่งควาย) This is a long-established celebration of this most useful animal of Thai farmers. A fun-filled event, it is held not only in Chon Buri itself but also in Ban Bueng and Nong Yai districts. The beasts of burden are dressed outrageously or with admirable creativity by owners depending on their imagination. Assembled in the courtyard in front of the town hall, the buffaloes partake in racing, or take part in physical fitness and “fashion” contests.
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(changwat) of Thailand
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. Neighboring provinces are (from north clockwise) Chachoengsao
Chachoengsao Province
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, Chanthaburi
Chanthaburi Province
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and Rayong
Rayong Province
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. To the west is the Gulf of Thailand
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. The eastern seaboard is heavily industrialized and underpinned by shipping, transportation, tourism, and manufacturing industries, and second to only Bangkok
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in economic output.
History
From historical evidence, Mueang Chonburi has been settled since the Ayutthaya period. Originally, it comprised many small towns such as Mueang Bang Sai, Mueang Bang Pla Soi, and Mueang Bang Phra. Later, King Rama V combined these towns together into Chonburi Province.Etymology
The word Chon originates from the SanskritSanskrit
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word Jala meaning water, and the word buri from Sanskrit Puri meaning town or city. Hence the name of the province literally means City of Water.
Geography
The province is located at the Bay of BangkokBay of Bangkok
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, the northern end of the Gulf of Thailand
Gulf of Thailand
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. A mountain range stretches from the north-west to the south-east of the province, while the fertile plains of the north were long used for farming. In Laem Chabang
Laem Chabang
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, in the south of the province, is one of the few deep-water harbours of Thailand.
Miscellaneous
PattayaPattaya
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, located on the Gulf of Thailand
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, is a major international tourist destination.
The 20th World Scout Jamboree
20th World Scout Jamboree
The 20th World Scout Jamboree took place in the naval base in Sattahip, Thailand. It was the second World Jamboree to be held in Southeast Asia after the Philippines hosted the event in 1959....
, organised by the World Organization of the Scout Movement
World Organization of the Scout Movement
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, drew 30,000 teenage Boy Scout
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s to a naval base near the village of Sattahip, where activities included: world issue awareness, a showcase of Thai science & technology, and obstacle course-style competitions between scouts from different nations.
The province of Chonburi is one of the few Thai provinces, which do not possess a City Pillar Shrine Lak Mueang
Lak Mueang
Lak Mueang are City pillars found in most cities of Thailand. Usually housed in a shrine which is also believed to house Chao Pho Lak Mueang , the city spirit deity; it is held in high esteem by citizens....
. There is a plan to construct a shrine by 2012.
Symbols
The provincial sealSeals of The Provinces of Thailand
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shows the hill Khao Sam Muk, on which a shrine
Shrine
A shrine is a holy or sacred place, which is dedicated to a specific deity, ancestor, hero, martyr, saint, daemon or similar figure of awe and respect, at which they are venerated or worshipped. Shrines often contain idols, relics, or other such objects associated with the figure being venerated....
is located. The local people believe that the spirit of that mountain protects the fishermen from harm. The legend says that in the 18th century a Chinese girl threw herself from the cliff after her parents objected to her marriage to her lover.
Provincial tree as well as flower is the Burmese Rosewood
Angsana
Pterocarpus indicus is a species of Pterocarpus native to southeastern Asia, northern Australasia, and the western Pacific Ocean islands, in Cambodia, southernmost China, East Timor, Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the...
(Pterocarpus indicus, local name Pradu).
The provincial slogan is Beautiful Beaches, Delicious Khao Lam, Sweet Sugar Cane, Delicate Basketry Products and Buffalo Racing.
Administrative divisions
Amphoe
An amphoe is the second level administrative subdivision of Thailand. Usually translated as district, amphoe make up the provinces, and are analogous to a county seat...
). These are further subdivided into 92 subdistricts (tambon
Tambon
Tambon is a local government unit in Thailand. Below district and province , they form the third administrative subdivision level. As of the 2009 there are 7255 tambon, not including the 169 khwaeng of Bangkok, which are set at the same administrative level, thus every district contains 8-10 tambon...
) and 691 villages (muban
Muban
Muban is the lowest administrative subdivision of Thailand. Usually translated as village, they are the subdivision of tambon. As of 2008, there are 74944 administrative villages in Thailand. As of the 1990 census, the average village consisted of 144 households or 746 persons.A muban does not...
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Cities & Towns
| Rank | City/Town | Amphoe (District) | population | Area(km²) | community town of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pattaya Pattaya Pattaya is a city in Thailand, located on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, about 165 km southeast of Bangkok located within but not part of Amphoe Bang Lamung in the province of Chonburi.... |
Bang Lamung Amphoe Bang Lamung Bang Lamung is a district in the southern part of Chonburi Province, Thailand.- History :Mueang Bang Lamung was located in Ban Bang Lamung, Tambon Bang Lamung. The government downgraded Bang Lamung to be a district, with the district office located on the bank of Khlong Nok Yang... |
101,939 | 22.2 | |
| 2 | Chaophraya Surasak | Si Racha Amphoe Si Racha Si Racha is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand. Its center is the town of Si Racha, located at the Gulf of Thailand, about halfway between Chonburi and Pattaya.... |
80,088 | 306.44 | Si Racha |
| 3 | Ban Suan | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
61,072 | n/a | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 4 | Laem Chabang Laem Chabang Laem Chabang is a city in Chonburi Province, Thailand. It covers the tambon Bang Lamung of Bang Lamung district, and the complete tambon Bueng, Sura Sak, Thung Su Khla and parts of Nong Kham of Si Racha district... |
Si Racha Amphoe Si Racha Si Racha is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand. Its center is the town of Si Racha, located at the Gulf of Thailand, about halfway between Chonburi and Pattaya.... (and a part of Bang Lamung Amphoe Bang Lamung Bang Lamung is a district in the southern part of Chonburi Province, Thailand.- History :Mueang Bang Lamung was located in Ban Bang Lamung, Tambon Bang Lamung. The government downgraded Bang Lamung to be a district, with the district office located on the bank of Khlong Nok Yang... ) |
64,607 | 109.65 | |
| 5 | Nong Prue | Bang Lamung Amphoe Bang Lamung Bang Lamung is a district in the southern part of Chonburi Province, Thailand.- History :Mueang Bang Lamung was located in Ban Bang Lamung, Tambon Bang Lamung. The government downgraded Bang Lamung to be a district, with the district office located on the bank of Khlong Nok Yang... |
49,558 | 45.54 | Pattaya Pattaya Pattaya is a city in Thailand, located on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, about 165 km southeast of Bangkok located within but not part of Amphoe Bang Lamung in the province of Chonburi.... |
| 6 | Saen Suk | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
42,843 | 20.843 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 7 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... * |
Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
34,744 | 4.567 | |
| 8 | Angsila | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
25,673 | 18.6 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 9 | Sattahip* | Sattahip Amphoe Sattahip Sattahip is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand. It is located at the southern tip of the province, close to the tourism center Pattaya.-Geography:... |
22,539 | 6.22 | |
| 10 | Huay Yai | Bang Lamung Amphoe Bang Lamung Bang Lamung is a district in the southern part of Chonburi Province, Thailand.- History :Mueang Bang Lamung was located in Ban Bang Lamung, Tambon Bang Lamung. The government downgraded Bang Lamung to be a district, with the district office located on the bank of Khlong Nok Yang... |
22,208 | 153 | Pattaya Pattaya Pattaya is a city in Thailand, located on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, about 165 km southeast of Bangkok located within but not part of Amphoe Bang Lamung in the province of Chonburi.... |
| 11 | Si Racha* | Si Racha Amphoe Si Racha Si Racha is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand. Its center is the town of Si Racha, located at the Gulf of Thailand, about halfway between Chonburi and Pattaya.... |
19,221 | 4.058 | |
| 12 | Ban Bueng* | Ban Bueng Amphoe Ban Bueng - Geography :The district is located in the center of Chonburi Province.Neighboring districts are Phan Thong, Phanat Nikhom, Bo Thong, Nong Yai, Si Racha and Mueang Chonburi.- History :... |
16,336 | n/a | |
| 13 | Huay Kapi | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
15,297 | 14.5 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 14 | Mon Nang | Phanat Nikhom Amphoe Phanat Nikhom Phanat Nikhom is a district in the northern part of Chonburi Province, eastern Thailand.-History:Phanat Nikhom is an ancient city dating back to Khmer times. Archaeologists found a fortress and city walls within the district area. In Rattanakosin era, King Rama III established Mueang Phanat... |
13,522 | 52.58 | Phanat Nikhom |
| 15 | Phanat Nikhom* | Phanat Nikhom Amphoe Phanat Nikhom Phanat Nikhom is a district in the northern part of Chonburi Province, eastern Thailand.-History:Phanat Nikhom is an ancient city dating back to Khmer times. Archaeologists found a fortress and city walls within the district area. In Rattanakosin era, King Rama III established Mueang Phanat... |
11,717 | 2.76 | |
| 16 | Bang Sai | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
11,140 | 2.16 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 17 | Nong Maidaeng | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
10,689 | 10 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 18 | Bang Sare | Sattahip Amphoe Sattahip Sattahip is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand. It is located at the southern tip of the province, close to the tourism center Pattaya.-Geography:... |
7,875 | 7.87 | Sattahip |
| 19 | Hua Lo | Mueang Chonburi Amphoe Mueang Chonburi Mueang Chonburi is the capital district of Chonburi Province, Eastern Thailand.-Geography:Neighbouring districts are Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao Province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha... |
7,670 | 18.5 | Chon Buri Chonburi (city) Chonburi is the capital of Chonburi Province in Thailand. It is located about 100km east of Bangkok, on the coast to the Gulf of Thailand. The name means city of water.Chonburi has had town status since 1935.-External links:... |
| 20 | Tha Bunmee | Ko Chan Amphoe Ko Chan Ko Chan is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand.-History:The minor district was created on July 1 1997 by splitting the eastern part off from Phanat Nikhom district.... |
6,348 | 5.692 | |
| 21 | Ko Sichang* | Ko Sichang Amphoe Ko Sichang Ko Sichang is a district of the province Chonburi, Thailand. It consists of the island of Ko Sichang and its adjoining islands. Ko Sichang is located in the Gulf of Thailand, 12 km away from the western shore of Si Racha district.-History:... |
4,975 | 7.9 | |
| 22 | Nong Phai Kaew | Ban Bueng Amphoe Ban Bueng - Geography :The district is located in the center of Chonburi Province.Neighboring districts are Phan Thong, Phanat Nikhom, Bo Thong, Nong Yai, Si Racha and Mueang Chonburi.- History :... |
2,018 | 11.692 | Ban Bueng |
* capital of district
Sights
Wat Yai Inthraram (วัดใหญ่อินทราราม) It is an ancient and significant temple of Mueang Chon Buri, influenced by the late Ayutthayan architectural style. The Ubosot was built in its Gunwale Curve base and inside displays mural paintings.
Phra Phutthaishing Shrine (หอพระพุทธสิหิงค์) The shrine houses a replica of the
Phra Phutthaishing cast in pure silver.
Wat Thammanimit (วัดธรรมนิมิตต์) It was constructed in 1941 and is a place where the Phra Phutthamongkhon Nimit Buddha image resides. It is a concrete Buddha image decorated with mosaic tiles in the Boarding a Boat posture.
Ang Sila (อ่างศิลา) is a seaside fishing village. 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.
Wihan Thep Sathit Phra Kitti Chaloem or Nacha Sa Thai Chue Shrine (วิหารเทพสถิตพระกิติเฉลิม หรือ ศาลเจ้าหน่าจาซาไท้จื้อ) It is a Chinese shrine. It is a 4-storey building decorated in the extraordinary Chinese architectural art and housing various Chinese deity images.
Khao Sam Muk (เขาสามมุข) is a low hillock situated between Ang Sila and Bang Saen Beach, 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.
The Marine Scientific Institute (สถาบันวิทยาศาสตร์ทางทะเล) Situated in the Burapha University at Bang Saen Beach. It is a modern aquarium with realistic underwater environment.
Bang Saen Beach, (หาดบางแสน) is a well-known holiday beach only 14 kilometres from the provincial town. In 1943, the government built the first holiday resort in the country here. It is now under the supervision of Saen Suk Municipal Administration.
Laem Thaen (แหลมแท่น) is in the area of Bang Saen Beach near Khao Sam Muk. It is a cape reaching out to the sea where pavilions for relaxation and restaurants are situated. There are a lot of people coming to do fishing in the area.
Sriracha Tiger Zoo (สวนเสือศรีราชา) At km 20 on Highway No. 3241 between Pattaya and Bang Saen Beach, or 10 kilometres from Si Racha District, this is a well-maintained zoo with hoards of crocodiles, Bengal tigers, camel, deer, scorpions and more.
Khao Kheow Open Zoo (สวนสัตว์เปิดเขาเขียว) This famous zoo operated by the Zoological Garden Organization and covers a vast tract of forestland. There are more than 200 species of wildlife living in their natural habitual. They include both domestic and imported types.
Ko Sichang (เกาะสีชัง) Twelve kilometers off the shore of Si Racha is the large island of Sichang offering pleasant and quiet mountain and sea views. Ko Sichang has served as a cargo station since the early days of the country’s trading history. It is also the site of a summer palace built during the reign of King Rama V.
Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine (ศาลเจ้าพ่อเขาใหญ่) 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.
Ao Udom Scenario (บรรยากาศทะเลอ่าวอุดม เทศบาลนครแหลมฉบัง อ.ศรีราชา)The Scene of Ao Udom area is based on the cargo shipment as transfer from barge to vessel, vessel to coast and fuel jetty. More jetty and Ao Udom as operated by private sector; PTT, THAIOIL, ESSO, SIAM COMMERCIAL, KERRY LOGISTIC and etc. Bann Ao Udom is small fishery village more over than 100 years ago; WATT MAI NERN PAYOM is only one Buddhist temple in this village.
Mondop atop Buddha’s Footprint (มณฑปรอยพระพุทธบาท) 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.
Hat Tham Khao Phang (หาดถ้ำเขาพัง) Hat Tham Khao Phang at the back of the island surrounds this white sandy beach. The sloping beach is thus on the un-windy side.
Khao Khat Pass and Hat Hin Klom (ช่องเขาขาดและหาดหินกลม) 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.
Phra Chuthathut Ratchathan (พระจุฑาธุชราชฐาน) 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. 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.
Ko Thai Khangkhao (เกาะท้ายค้างคาว) is a small island on the southern side of Ko Sichang where there is a sandy beach and coral.
Amphoe Bang Lamung and Mueang Pattaya
Underwater World (อันเดอร์วอเตอร์ เวิลด์) is an aquarium where there is a collection of marine species in the Gulf of Thailand. The tunnel is 105 metres long divided into 4 zones. Moreover, there are marine lives feeding shows, both on the surface of the water and underwater in each zone.
Pattaya
Pattaya
Pattaya
Pattaya is a city in Thailand, located on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, about 165 km southeast of Bangkok located within but not part of Amphoe Bang Lamung in the province of Chonburi....
beach (หาดพัทยา) The half-moon-shaped beach is about 4 kilometres long with Beach Road running parallel to the beach.
Suan Chaloemphrakiat (สวนเฉลิมพระเกียรติ) This is a fitness park at the foot of Khao Pattaya. With an area of 6 acres (24,281.2 m²), the park was dedicated to commemorate His Majesty the King’s sixtieth birthday on December 5, 1988.
Jomtien Beach (หาดจอมเทียน) This 6-kilometre-long beach is only 4 kilometre from Pattaya. Beach Road runs parallel to the shore along which are hotels, restaurants, and a beach sports pavilion.
Wong Phra Chan (หาดวงพระจันทร์) This small tranquil one kilometre beach is on the northern side of Pattaya Bay.
Sanctuary of Truth (ปราสาทสัจธรรม) This gigantic wooden structure is situated by the sea at Laem Ratchawet, North Pattaya. The Sanctuary of Truth was first built in 1981 by Mr. Lek Wiriyaphan, the founder of the Ancient City in Samut Prakan Province.
The Million-Year Stone Park and Crocodile Farm (อุทยานหินล้านปีและฟาร์มจระเข้พัทยา) Its grounds are landscaped with flowering and rock gardens. Hundreds of crocodiles as well as some rare animals, including albino bears and horses, are kept.
Mini Siam (เมืองจำลองพัทยา) is a famous model village. It celebrates the heritages of Thailand with miniature replicas of the most famous monuments and historical sites.
Pattaya Elephant Village (หมู่บ้านช้างพัทยา) This elephant camp focuses on daily life of elephants and their masters and also offers stage shows demonstrating how to catch wild elephants, elephants-at-work in the jungle, elephants playing football and a grand war elephants parade.
The Three Kingdoms Park (อุทยานสามก๊ก) is an attraction with the Sino-Thai architectural style. The art objects in this place are in accordance with the Chinese Fengshui: a 5-storey building, displaying oil paintings of the life story of Kong Ming, as well as, Jiangxi sculptures of leading characters from the chronicle in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.
Ripley’s World of Entertainment (ริบลีส์ เวิล์ด ออฟ เอนเตอร์เทนเม้นท์) is located on the 3rd floor of the Royal Garden Plaza Department Store, on Pattaya Beach Road.
Pattaya Park and Tower (สวนสนุกพัทยาปาร์ค) Pattaya Park Beach Resort and Tower at Jomtien Beach features a large whirlpool with giant sliders and a tower with a revolving restaurant.
Ko Larn (เกาะล้าน) This island is 7.5 kilometres from South Pattaya. It has beaches with white sand and clear water which are on the western side of the island.
Ko Sak (เกาะสาก) Six hundred metres north of Ko Lan is Ko Sak, a small island shaped like an upturn horseshoe. There are two connecting beaches to the north and south.
Mu Ko Phai (หมู่เกาะไผ่) is 23 kilometres from Pattaya beach comprising Ko Phai, Ko Man Wichai, Ko Lueam and Ko Klueng Badan. Ko Phai is the biggest one and is under the supervision of the Royal Thai Navy.
Anek Kuson Sala (Wihan Sian) (เอนกกุศลศาลา (วิหารเซียน)) is the place collecting high-class Chinese architecture and fine arts constructed in 1987 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of His Majesty the King’s birthday.
Wat Yanasangwararam Woramahawihan (วัดญาณสังวรารามวรมหาวิหาร) At the entrance are situated international pavilions. Within the compound of the temple are the Mondop where a replica of the Buddha’s footprint is enshrined, a large Chedi containing the relics of the Lord Buddha, as well as, his enlightened followers, and Wihan Phra Yanaret.
Thai Alangkarn Theater Pattaya (โรงละคร ไทย "อลังการ")
The entire project includes a prototype hexa stage theater with 2,000 seats in tiers, cultural rostrum and a restaurant. The show, called ‘The Thai Extravaganza Show‘, is presenting Thailand through a new panoramic concept with the use of hi-tech equipment such as the multi-color lasers, surround sound system, and pyrotechnic, which synchronize with the act from more than hundred experienced of performers on stage.
The Laser Beams Cast Buddha Image of Khao Chi Chan (พระพุทธรูปแกะสลักเขาชีจรรย์) The image is in the subduing Mara posture, cast by laser beams on the Khao Chi Chan cliff. It is a combination of Sukhothai and Lanna arts. The image called “Phra Phuttha Maha Wachira Uttamophat Satsada” was constructed in 1996 to honour His Majesty the King.
Wat Sattahip or Wat Luangpho I (วัดสัตหีบ หรือ วัดหลวงพ่ออี๋) 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.
Hat Toei Ngam (หาดเตยงาม) Lines of toei trees (Pandanus kaida Kurz) on the 200 metre crescent beach add to the tranquillity of the atmosphere. At the northern side of the beach is located a naval museum and monument.
Hat Sai Kaeo (หาดทรายแก้ว) is a beach under the supervision of the Royal Thai Navy and is near the Naval Rating School.
Hat Nang Ram (หาดนางรำ) Nang Ram beach is about 200 metres long. At the tip of the beach stands the shrine of Kromluang Chumphonkhetudomsak, the Father of Royal Thai Navy.
Hat Nang Rong (หาดนางรอง) is a short distance beyond Hat Nang Ram. It is a 200- metre beach with pine trees.
Hat Thian Tale (หาดเทียนทะเล) It is a sandy beach alternating with rocks, covering an area of 900 metres. It is a panoramic sightseeing point, with a bizarre shape of cliffs with a view of the sunset.
HTMS Chakri Naruebet (เรือรบหลวงจักรีนฤเบศร) is an offshore patrol helicopter carrier anchored at the Chuk Samet Deep Seaport. 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
Turtle Conservation Center, the Royal Thai Navy (ศูนย์อนุรักษ์พันธุ์เต่าทะเล กองทัพเรือ) Its objective is the preservation awareness towards Thai sea turtles.
Chong Samaesan Village (หมู่บ้านช่องแสมสาร) Chong Samaesan is another village offering fishing opportunities.
Suan Chunlakan Sathit Sathan Banphachon Siam (สวนจุลการสถิตสถานบรรพชนสยาม) is a park built for Admiral Prince Krommaluang Chumphon Khet Udomsak in 1995. There is a shrine and statues of Prince Krommaluang Chumphon Khet Udomsak and significant persons in Thai history as well as revered Buddhist monks in the past are situated.
Phra Phuttha Ming Mueang (พระพุทธมิ่งเมือง) is an engraved Buddha image out of padauk wood in the posture of subduing Mara. It is the Laotian art, constructed by the Laotians who immigrated into this area. It is near the community centre of the Phanat Nikhom municipality office.
Ho Phra Phanatbodi (หอพระพนัสบดี) It is a place where a replica of Phra Phanatbodi (Vanaspati) is enshrined. It is a dignified standing Buddha image whose age is approximately 1,200-1,300 years. It was elaborately engraved out of a delicate black stone.
Wat Chum Saeng Si Wanaram (วัดชุมแสงศรีวนาราม) The distinguishing point of this temple is Sala Kan Parian–a temple hall for the Buddhist monks’ meeting and religious ceremony, constructed of terra-cotta into modern architecture. It is called Mabunkhrong Building
Luangpho Tio, Wat Hua Thanon (หลวงพ่อติ้ว วัดหัวถนน) It is an engraved image of taeo wood (called tio wood by the Laotians). During the Songkran period, on 19 April every year, there is a procession carrying the image around the village.
Sa Siliam (สระสี่เหลี่ยม) According to legend, it is the pond where Phra Rot in the folk story “Phra Rot-Meri”, brought his cock to drink water in this area when he ran a cock fight to make a living for the 12 ladies.
Wat Luang Phrommawat (วัดหลวงพรหมวาส) This temple was once a place where the ceremony of drinking an oath of allegiance was conducted. The temple’s compound is large and abundant. There are a large number of flying foxes in the trees.
Wat Tai Ton Lan (วัดใต้ต้นลาน) It was constructed in 1905, representing the interesting architecture of the local skilled craftsmen such as the old wooden Sala Kan Parian–a preaching hall, a pair of swan columns, the cement giant sculpture, the ancient Jiangxi Chinese tiles, and the scripture hall or library made of teakwood surrounded by water.
Khao Cha-ang (เขาชะอางค์) (Amphoe Bo Thong
Amphoe Bo Thong
Bo Thong is a district in the province Chonburi, Thailand.-History:Bo Thong was originally a tambon of Phanat Nikhom district. On December 16 1978 the minor district was created...
) is an isolated limestone mountain standing on a plain and an important source of gold and antimony. Inside each mountain are various beautiful caves such as Tham Nam, Tham Khangkhao, Tham Laplae and Tham Mangkon.
- Tham Khao Cha-ang Song Khrueang (ถ้ำเขาชะอางค์ทรงเครื่อง) It is a large cave with a carrying capacity of thousands of people and a location of beautiful stalagmites and stalactites, as well as, a habitat of a large number of bats.
- Tham Khao Cha-ang Ha Yot (ถ้ำเขาชะอางค์ห้ายอด) It is also a big cave of stalagmites and stalactites. Moreover, inside is divided into many small chambers.
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden is a botanical garden and tourist attraction at kilometer 163 on Sukhumvit Road in Chonburi Province, Thailand. Its also a major scientific center dedicated to cycads, with its own Cycad Gene Bank.-History:...
is located about 15 kilometers south of Pattaya. It is a 500-acre (2.0 km2) site of botanical gardens and an orchid nursery where cultural shows with trained chimpanzees and elephants are presented.
Entertainment
NightlifeMajor hotels operate gourmet restaurants, cocktail lounges, discothèques, nightclubs and supper clubs which offer food, drinks, music and international entertainment.
Activities
Agro-tourism AttractionsSilver Lake Vineyard (ไร่องุ่นซิลเวอร์เลก) is located at Mu 7, Tambon Na Jomtien, Sattahip District, covering an area of 400 rai with 12 kinds of grapes, 11 of which are for fresh consumption and the other one is for making wine.
Ecotourism Attractions
Ko Kham Underwater Park (อุทยานใต้ทะเลเกาะขาม) is an ecotourism attraction within the compound of the Royal Thai Navy in Sattahip. There are many Chan Pha (Dracaena loureiri Gagnep.) trees. It looks like two islands connecting each other with extending land. Snorkelling can be done at the island.
Coral Reef Submarine Tours
In Pattaya, there are both submarines and semi-submarines to admire the beauty of the coral reefs underwater in the areas of Ko Lan and Ko Sak.
Local Products
Famous handicrafts of Chonburi include Ang Sila’s granite mortars and Phanat Nikhom’s basketry.Chonburi has a variety fresh and dried seafood.
Chaeng Lon (แจงลอน) This is Chonburi’s special delicacy which uses the same ingredients as Ho Mok (ห่อหมก) with coconut shreds to replace coconut milk. The mixture is hand-molded into small buns on a stick, and charcoal-grilled until cooked.
Hoi Cho (หอยจ้อ) This Chinese delicacy is Chonburi’s famous dish because a special kind of sea crabs is used as the main ingredient.
Khao Lam (ข้าวหลาม) This specialty is made with sticky rice, sugar and coconut cream cooked in specially-prepared bamboo rods.
Stone Products (ผลิตภัณฑ์จากหิน) such as a mortar, whetstone, engraved stone into animal shapes such as lions, elephants, horses and others are widely offered at Ang Sila, on the way from Chonburi to Bang Saen.
Products from Pineapple Paper (ผลิตภัณฑ์จากกระดาษใยสับปะรด) are produced in Tambon Nong Kham, Si Racha District. Examples of the products include wine boxes and bags, boxes of tissue paper, perfume boxes, photo albums, folders, sets of envelopes, and boxes of paper note.
Basketry Market (ตลาดจักสาน) Long known for its fine basketry products, Amphoe Phanat Nikhom originally made them for daily use. The products were gradually developed into more elaborate and marketable hand-crafted items Artificial fruits made of clay (ผลไม้ดินปั้น). Various kinds of artificial fruits made of clay in miniature size are made, dried by sunlight and painted in actual colors. Then, they are wind dried again.
Festivals
Chonburi Annual Festival (งานนมัสการพระพุทธสิหิงค์และงานกาชาดประจำปีจังหวัดชลบุรี) This fair is held about mid-April during the Songkran Festival. Phra Phutthaishing, Chonburi’s principle Buddha image, is put in a procession around the city.Wan Lai Festival (ประเพณีวันไหล) is a Chonburi merit making day of the seamen on the Thai New Year during the Songkran Festival, organized during 13–20 April every year. There is alms-offering to the monks, ceremony of pouring water onto the Buddha’s image, sand pagoda making, splashing water and local games and sports in Chonburi. The areas where the Wan Lai Festival is organized are as follows:
Pattaya–Na Kluea Wan Lai Festival and Na Kluea Kong Khao Fair (งานประเพณีวันไหล พัทยา- นาเกลือ และงานกองข้าวนาเกลือ) are organized on 18–20 April every year at Lan Pho Public Park, Na Kluea and Wat Chai Mongkhon in South Pattaya.
Songkran Si Maha Racha Festival and Kong Khao Tradition (งานประเพณีสงกรานต์ศรีมหาราชาและงานประเพณีกองข้าว) is an ancient festival of the Chonburi locals. At present, Si Racha District still preserves this tradition and organizes it every year, during 19–21 April, to worship the gods who have been protecting them throughout the year. Activities comprise of the procession led by the elderly and various organizations in traditional Thai costume, a worship ceremony, spirit offering ceremony, Kong Khao tradition demonstration, local games, demonstrations, and sales of traditional desserts and local food.
Ko Phra Sai Wan Lai Festival, Bang Saen (งานประเพณีก่อพระทรายวันไหล บางแสน) is the festival which has been conducted by the Saen Suk people from the past. Originally, it was called “Ngan Thambun Wan Lai”, a gathering of people from various villages to do the merit making in the Songkran Festival or the Thai New Year Day, taking place on 16–17 April, every year. Monks from every temple in Saen Suk sub-district are invited to perform the religious ceremony. There is merit making, food offering and bahting ceremony. Later, there are activities of sand pagoda making, water splashing, local games and sports, etc.
Ngan Bun Klang Ban and Phanat Nikhom Basketwork (งานบุญกลางบ้าน และเครื่องจักสานพนัสนิคม) are traditions that have been passed on for a long period of time of the Phanat Nikhom people. They are organized on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the first week of May or the Thai 6th lunar month. The locals will bring food, offer them to the monks, and dedicate the merit to the guardian spirits, enemies from a former life, the deceased relatives, as well as, to drive out bad things, to ask for rain during the season and to wish for abundant food and plants. After the religious ceremony, there is lunch, local games and a demonstration of Phanat Nikhom basketry making.
Chonburi Buffalo Race (งานประเพณีวิ่งควาย) This is a long-established celebration of this most useful animal of Thai farmers. A fun-filled event, it is held not only in Chon Buri itself but also in Ban Bueng and Nong Yai districts. The beasts of burden are dressed outrageously or with admirable creativity by owners depending on their imagination. Assembled in the courtyard in front of the town hall, the buffaloes partake in racing, or take part in physical fitness and “fashion” contests.
See also
- Chonburi F.C.
- Sriracha F.C.
- Pattaya United F.C.
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