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HUA HIN & CHA AM INFORMATION |
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HUA HIN and Cha Am are located about 200 km south of Bangkok on the West Coast of the Gulf of Thailand. It is the oldest and most traditional Thai resort with the attraction of an emerging holiday destination yet still retaining the charm of an active fishing port and a strong local community. This makes it popular with tourists and wealthy Thais alike.
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Hua Hin was transformed from a fishing village to a Royal resort during the reign of King Rama VI (1910-1925) as a getaway from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. The famous railway station was constructed in the early 1920’s to meet this demand. This was then followed by the construction of Klai Kangwon palace, a summer palace built from golden teak and still used by the current royal family. Because of the King’s presence the town is discreetly monitored by the army and police resulting in virtually non-existent crime. |
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The main highway from Bangkok south to Hua Hin is currently under complete reconstruction along with a new motorway link from the airport bypassing the city completely. This has already reduced the transfer time to Hua Hin to about 2 and a half-hours and shortly we expect the transfer time to The Manor Resort to be closer to only 2 hours. Alternatively you can catch a 12 seater plane and fly direct from Bangkok to Hua Hin airport in 45 minutes. |
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Hua Hin Night Market |
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Hua Hin’s famed night market is popular among visitors and locals alike for a wide selection of souvenirs, local Thai handicrafts, clothing and Thai food. |
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Hua Hin Market Village |
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Hua Hin Market Village is the towns first large scale shopping and entertainment complex.
The grand opening of Hua Hin Market Village was in February 2006 and since then it has grown in popularity amongst residents and visitors. The three major outlets in Market Village are Tesco Lotus, Home Pro and Major Cineplex, it also has a food court, a number of restaurants, a bowling alley and plenty of small shops with popular clothing brands such as Levi, Lee, Lacoste, Bata, Body Glove and more. There are also a number of bank branches, mobile phone and camera shops in Hua Hin Market Village. |
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Wat Khao Takiap |
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Located at the southern end of Hua Hin beach, the temple-topped hill of Khao Takiap is well worth climbing for its scattering of Buddhist shrines and the panoramic views. Climb the steps of this mountain-side temple to get an excellent view of the bay. Keep an eye out for wild monkeys on the cliffs and in the tree tops. |
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Hua Hin Railway Station |
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One of the oldest railway station in Thailand, its most striking feature is the unique Royal Waiting Room, built in Thai architectural style. |
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Huay Mongkol Temple |
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This is where people pay respect to the largest Buddha image of Luang Phor Tuad in Thailand. Not only is the temple regarded as a holy place, it has also become a recreational area for visitors. Located about 18 kms. west of Hua Hin. |
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Sam Roi Yot National Park |
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This is the first national park by the sea, literally translated as ‘three hundred peaks’,covering more than 24,500 acres. Marshlands support a large variety of waterfowl species and the limestone masses are home to three popular caves: Phraya Nakhon, Kaeo and Sai. Phraya Nakhon Cave contains a pavilion, built in 1890 by King Rama V. It is said that when sunlight shines into the cave onto the pavilion, it makes the cave more beautiful than any other in Prachuap Khiri Khan. With a large number of ridges, Khao Sam Roi Yot stands as a landmark for seamen and also provides a good shelter for ships during a storm. |
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Kaeng Krachan National Park
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Thailand’s largest national park is located some 50 kilometers north-west of Cha-am The park extends towards the Burmese border to the west, is characterized by forested hills and mountains and waterways, and has as a major focal point the Kaeng Krachan Dam, a 58 metre-high and 760 metre long structure that dominates a scenic reservoir. The park is home to a wealth of wildlife including elephants, leopards, tigers, bears and over 250 species of birds. |
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Marukhathaiyawan Palace |
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This beachside palace was formerly used as a royal summer residence by King Rama VI during the 1920s. The palace was designed by an Italian architect and built of golden teak. |
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Khao Wang |
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This 92-metre hillock on the northern approach to Petchburi supports the Phra Nakorn Khiri Palace, built in the 19th century by King Rama IV. The palace presents a fascinating collection of buildings that combine both Thai and Western architectural styles. Parts of the complex include an observatory and museum that are open daily to the public. |
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Pa-la-U Waterfall |
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This beautiful, 15-tier waterfall is in the middle of rich and fertile virgin forest. It is located about 60 kilometres west of Hua Hin town centre. Water cascades down the falls throughout the year and various species of birds and butterflies can be found there especially in the morning. |
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