With many interesting attractions in and around Pattaya, visitors can have a variety of do-it-yourself day trips to keep your holidays fun-filled and enjoyable.

The Sanctuary of Truth
is a gigantic wooden construction which covers the area of more than two rais. The top point of the building is about 105 meters high. It was constructed to withstand the wind and sunshine on the seashore at Rachvate Cape, Tumbon Naklea, Amphur Banglamung, Chon Buri Province. The building was constructed according to ancient Thai ingenuity and every square inch of the building is covered with wooden carve sculpture. The purposes of decoration with wooden carve sculptures are to use art and culture as the reflection of Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge, and Eastern Philosophy. With in this complex, visitors will understand Ancient Life, Human Responsibility, Basic Thought, Cycle of living, Life Relationship with Universe and Common Goal of Life toward Utopia.

Name The Sanctuary of Truth, was totally made from wooden carving and this wooden sanctuary is the biggest I the world. Location At Rachvate cape, Naklua, Banglamung, Chonburi Province Establish by Khun Lek Viriyaphan from the ground breaking in 1981. Moreover, he was created the ancient city and the three-headed elephant Art Museum at Samut prakan Province.

Wat Yan Sangwararam Temple
A temple under the king's patronage is unique for it's modern Thai architecture. Here meditation course is offering for commonment at 6.00 and 18.00 hrs, 
The temple is 12 kilometers south of Pattaya and only 3 kilometers from Nong Nooch Village.Call 038-237642 for further information.
Nearby is a chinese-style building called "Wihan Sian" housing antiques and art objects from China. Admission fee is 30 baht per person.

Siriporn Orchid Farm located at 235/14 Mu 5, Tambon Nong Prue, turn left off Sukhumvit adjacent to the traffic light intersection at central Pattaya for 800 meters on to Noen-Plub-Wan Road, the farm is on the right and side. The farm offers a wide array of orchids such as catteleyas, vandas, daedrovium,escosanda, pompadours. Visitors can also purchase cut flowers or plants. Open daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission fees 10 Baht per person. Contact (038)429013.

Bhira Internation Cricuit Race Course
is an international car and motorcycle racecourse, covering an area of 326 rai. It is situated on State Highway 36 (Pattaya - Rayong) about 15 kilometers from Pattaya City. Races take place regularly on Saturdays and

Sundays. Additional information may be obtained by calling (01)2181616 or in Bang kok at (02)5877448, 2533970.

Miniature Racetrack - The Pattaya Cart Speedway? situated on Thepprasit Road, which links Sukhumvit Highway and Pattaya-Na Jomtien Road, approximately 5 kilometers to the South of Pattaya. Separate tracks have been alloted for professional and amateur drivers.Open daily from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Contact (038)422044 Fax : (038)422041

Bhira Interanational Circuit Race - Course - is an international car and motorcycle race course. It is situated on State Highway 36 (Pattaya-Rayong) about 15 kilometers from Pattaya City. Races take place regularly on Saturdays and Sundays. Additional information may be obtained by calling (01) 323-0616.

Lakeland Water Cable Ski -on Sukhuvit Highway, 150.5, about 5 kilometers from Pattaya City. This is another venue for amusement and recreational sports that Pattaya has to offer. It comprises enormous fresh water lake, 27 rai in area with cable skis, a sport that is fast-gaining popularity.Open daily from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Admissions fees : 300 Baht per person (for around 2 hours) Restaurant services available. Contact (038)232690-2.

 

The Bottle Art Museum - contains an extensive collection of more than 300 pieces of artwork contained in glass bottles in the form of well-known tourist attractions, churches, temples, palaces, ships both Thai and foreign. These creations result from the tireless efforts of Dutch sculptor, Mr. Peter Bedelais who crafted the various intricate parts and assembled them in glass bottles of different shapes.Open daily from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Enquiries may be directed to the Bottle Art 79/15 Mu 10, Sukhuvit Road (Kilometer 145.3) Tel. / Fax. (038)422957.

Mini Siam - is on the left hand side at kilometer 143 on Sukhumvit Highway. This miniature city offers replicas of 80 sacred places and important historical sites around Thailand at a scale of 1 to 25. Some examples are the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Phra Srisanpeth, Anantasamakom Throne Hill, Phra Puttha-yodfah Bridge, the Bridge over the River Khwae, the Golden Stupa and Phimai Khmer Sanctuary. Replicas of places of world significance are also displayed in the ?miniworld? area such as the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liverty, Tower Bridge, Trevi Fountain. Open daily from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. There is also a MiniRace Course (Gokarts) for visitors wishing to try their hand at racing fast cars. Additional information maybe obtained by calling (038)421628, 424232 or fax (038)421555.

The Million Years Stone Park And Pattaya Crocodile Farm - is at number 22/2 Mu 1, Tambon Nong Pla Lai, Banglamug, From Sukhumvit, one turns left at kilometer 140 close to the pedestrian bridge in front of Wat Sawangfah along Chaiyaporn withi Road (State High way 3024) in the same direction as Mab Prachun Reservoir for another 5 kilometers. This is an other popular attraction with Thai and foreigner tourists. Covering an area of close to 100 rai, the compound comprises rock gardens and a botanical of rare plants and beautifully land scaped grounds. Interesting sights include, for example, fossiizedplants over a million years in age, 200 years old Thai style bonzai, crocodile pools and a collection of rare animals such as albino bears, elephants and horses. Crocodile round-ups, magic and animal performances are also a major attraction. Daily admission from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Additional information may be obtained by calling (038) 249347-9 or 
the Bangkok office Tel. 5794008, 5795033.

Khao Pattaya (Khao Phra Baht) - a small hill with an asphalt road leading to the top. From its peak, one has a panoramic view of Pattaya City and Pattaya Bay. Currently, Kho Pattaya has been developed and is now the site of the Naval Sor Tor Ror radio station. A sacred Buddha image is also enshrined on the hilltop.

 

Elephant Village - situated on Pornprapanimitr Road on the same directions as Phanaraks Park and Siam Country Club Golf Course. The elephant village is a popular tourist spot for Thai and foreign guests alike. Daily performances by elephants and wild elephant round-up shows are held at 2.30 p.m. 
Shows last about 1 hour. Elephant jungle rides are also available. Additional information may be obtained by calling 01-2123225 or from the front desk at the Tropicana Hotel, Tel. (038)428645-6, 428516.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum situated - on the third floor of the Royal Garden Plaza, Beach Road. A display of Mr. Ripley's collection of curious objects from every comer of the world. Some of them being the actual item, others are replicas. These extraordinary objects are divided into over 250 categories, such as optical illusions, peculiar lifestyle of unusual people and devices of human torture from ancient time, etc. Open daily from 10a.rn.-12 midnight. Further inquiries may be made by calling (038) 710294-8.

Elephant Village - situated on Pornprapanimitr Road on the same directions as Phanaraks Park and Siam Country Club Golf Course. The elephant village is a popular tourist spot for Thai and foreign guests alike. Daily performances by elephants and wild elephant round-up shows are held at 2.30 p.m. 
Shows last about 1 hour. Elephant jungle rides are also available. Additional information may be obtained by calling 01-2123225 or from the front desk at the Tropicana Hotel, Tel. (038)428645-6,