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Sightseeing in Pattaya

Discover Thai culture on the eastern seaboard within reach of Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya. The city has so much to offer; from cultural and historical sites to busy local markets you’ll have no problem filling your holiday with all the wonderful sightseeing spots in Pattaya.

Sanctuary of Truth

The Sanctuary of Truth Museum is a majestic wooden building, filled with sculptures based on traditional Buddhist and Hindu motifs. Every centimetre of the 20-storey building is covered with beautiful wooden carvings of Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses. A famous and important attraction that must be on every sightseeing list for those who travel around Pattaya.

  • Every square inch of the building is covered with wooden carved sculptures
  • The building is still under construction for more than 20 years
  • One of Pattaya's greatest tourist attractions
  • Open daily: 8.00 am - 6.00 pm

Pattaya Floating Market

Covering over 100,000 sqm, a stroll through the Four Regions Floating Market is a fun way to spend a day. The market is divided into four sections; each represents the four regions of the Kingdom – north, northeast, central and south – all the different area of the market sells products from their respective regions.

  • Entertainment is also provided by the street performances
  • Wood carving museum is close by
  • Sunflower & agriculture demonstration fields
  • Open daily: 9.00 am - 8.00 pm

Big Buddha Hill (Wat Phra Yai)

Lay eyes on the largest Statue of Buddha in the region , a top Pratamnak hill overlooking the Pattaya Bay area. An atmosphere of serenity , the smell of incense and people praying will surely provide a memorable experience for everyone who visits. A long stairway surrounded by two golden coloured Naga snakes leads to the Golden Buddha image, that was constructed in 1977. A top sightseeing attraction in Pattaya.

  • There are also seven smaller buddha images.
  • Dressing appropriately is recommended as it is a religious site
  • Open daily: 7.00 am – 10.00 pm

Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan)

The image of Buddha was engraved on the side of a solitary limestone mountain in 1996 to commemorate His Majesty the King of Thailand's golden jubilee. A place with unmatched beauty and tranquillity and truly one of Pattaya's most noticeable landmarks.

  • Buddha image is 130 metres high and 70 metres wide
  • Dressing appropriately is recommended as it is a religious site
  • Open daily: 8.00 am – 5.00 pm

Viharn Sien Temple and Museum

The Viharn Sien is a stunning Chinese temple, located just south of Pattaya, and now used as a museum. It houses a large number of important artefacts, such as granite carvings, old paintings, bronze and earthenware, sculptures of Chinese Gods, Buddha statues and a jade statue of Guanyin, the Chinese Goddess of Mercy. Some items are even from the famous Chinese Ming Dynasty. A truly fascinating place for those interested in history, art and culture whilst on holiday in Pattaya.

  • It was built for the late king Bhumibol Adulyadej's 60th birthday
  • One of the best Chinese museums in Asia outside of China
  • Open daily: 8.00 am - 5.00 pm

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