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Chanthaburi, Eastern Thailand |
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Tuk Daeng
or
the Red House, was built at the same time as the Khuk Khi Kai (1893). Originally
it was the headquarters of the Phikhat Patchamit Fort but the French adapted it
into living quarters for officers. There are mini buses from municipal market
leaving for Laem Sing, Khuk Khi Kai and Tuk Daeng daily. |
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Oasis Sea World
located at Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Laem Sing,
25 kilometers from the
provincial city on Sukhumvit Highway (the Highway 3) with a 15 kilometers right
turn towards Laem Sing at kilometer 347. Oasis Sea World covers a total area of
more than 68 rai. It is a breeding and conserving station for dolphins from the
waters of Chanthaburi. There are 2 breeds
of them, namely Humpbacked dolphin and Irrawaddi dolphin. Dolphin
shows are performed daily all through the day during 9.00-18.00 hrs.
Admission fee is 120 baht for adults and 60 baht for children. For further
information please contact Tel. (039) 399-015.
Namtok Phliu National Park
The 42,000 acre park was
established in 1975, with numerous species
of wild plants and
fruits in perfusion.
Laem Sadet and Khung Kraben
Located in Tambon Khlong Kut of Amphoe Tha
Mai. To get there, take Sukhumvit Highway at km. 301,
then turn right about 27 kms. Visitors can enjoy the
natural beauty of beach, cape, mountain and bay. Both
turbulent and calm seas can be seen here at the same
time. Bungalows are available.
Wat Khao Sukim
Located at km. 305 on Sukhumvit Highway, then
turn left about 13 kilometers, is a religious center for
meditation in a tranquil and tree shaded atmosphere
Namtok Krathing
One of the very beautiful waterfall in Khao Khitchakut National
Park Tambon Phluang of AMphoe Makham. It is 30 kms.
from Chanthaburi. To get there, taking Sukhumvit Road at
km. 324 then turn left about 21 kms. Located on top of
Khao Khitchakut are imprint of Lord Buddha's foot, and a
very beautiful cave called "Tham Ruesi" (Hermit's Cave).
In this cave there is a water-well called "Bo Ya"
(medicine well). The soil in the well has yellow colour.
It is believed that the water can be used to cure some
diseases. To get to the cave takes about 2 hours along a
hiking trail. Tourist can stay in the National park by
calling 579-4842, 579-0529.
Namtok Phliu
(Phliu
Waterfall) itself boast a stupa which was built by King Rama V in
1876, as well as a pyramid-type structure housing the remains of
Queen Sunantha who 2 year earlier had visited Namtok Phliu.
Accommodation is available by contacting National Park Division
Tel. 579-0529, 579-4842 Namtok Phliu is a famous tourist spot.
There are minibuses from the municipal market leaving for the
waterfall daily.
Chanthaburi Fruit Fair
This annual fair is held in May or
June to celebrate the abundance of such local fruits as rambutan,
durian, jackfruit, and pomelo, then at their peak of succulent
ripeness. Besides stalls selling the produce of surrounding
orchares, there are cultural shows
and exhibitions of provincial handicrafts.
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