Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand,
Hua Hin is well-established beach destinations, with full
facilities. But not know Pattaya, on the opposite shores of
the Gulf, Hua Hin provide a quieter, more relaxed retreat
amid surroundings which preserve a typical Thai ambience.
Hua Hin is well suited for families or for those who wish
simply to escape city bustle.
Hua Hin is similarly noted for its magnificent beach,
running from a rocky headland, which separates it from a
tiny fishing port, and curving gently for some three
kilometres to its southern point where Buddhist temples
cling to the cliffs.
Hua Hin lies some 200 kiloetres to a three-hour drive
southwest of Bangkok. Adding destination to Hua Hin’s
coastal setting, is its status as Thailand’s most
traditional beach resort. It was here, in the 1902s, that
King Rama VII built a summer palace, thus creating a vogue
among high society for Hua Hin to become, the present Royal
Family continues to reside at Hua Hin for part of the year.
Hua Hin Railway Station: Built
in the reign of King Rama VI, this is railway of Thailand’s
most beautiful train stations of which the local people are
very proud.
Hua Hin Arts and Crafts Centre: This is located on
Naepkhehat Road in Hua Hin. There is an old typical house,
more than 80 years old. It has a collection and exhibition
of many contemporary works of Thai artists, as well as old
furniture and many pictures about pictures about Hua Hin in
the past.
Klai Kangwon Plalace: King Rama VII commanded this summer
palace to be built in the year 1926 to the north of Hua Hin.
The palace consists of 3 Spanish style mansions facing the
sea. It is open to the public daily from 9.00 a.m. – 4.00
p.m. Call (032) 511115 for more information.
Khao Takiap: This hill is only 4 kms. South of Hua Hin and
may be reached by local minibus. There is a road leading to
the top where a temple is situated. The nearby Khao Takiap
beach offers mostly bungalow accommodation.
Ko Singo: Fishing loves can enjoy a day’s outing to this
land, just few kilometres from Hia Hin or Khao Takiap where
some boats for hire are available.
Suan Son Pradipaht or Sea Pine
Tree Garden: This beachside area belongs to the Army Welfare
Office and is open to the public. It is at Km. 241, some 8
kms. South of Hua Hin. Accommodaiton is available.
Hat Khao Tao: About 10 kms. South of Hua Hin and 1 km. Along
an access road. Hat Khao Tao is pine-fringed and more
secluded than Hua Hin. It is the location for some bungalows
and a fishing village.
Namtok Pa La-u: This waterfall is located within a yearlong
verdant forest where various kinds of birds and butterflies
are found, especially in the morning. It is composed of 11
tiers of rocks, some of which can be reached along a
trekking trail parallel to the stream. To get there,
visitors may take local transport from Hua Hin for a
distance of 63 kms.
