Location : Amphoe Sichon
Hua Hin Sichon as known to locals, is
a well-known destination of the district. Rocks line the beach all the way
to a curved sandy stretch where people can swim. There is accommodation
and restaurants for tourists.
Location : Amphoe Sichon
Hat Hin Ngam has a unique characteristic
in that it is littered with round rocks of various striking colors, hence
its name. There are no services here.
Location : Amphoe Pak Phanang
are the sites of a severe storm
in Nakhon Si Thammarat in 1962. The coast of Pak Phanang is a long
beach with the Talumphuk cape to the north jutting out into the Gulf of
Thailand like a crescent moon. The part where it is connected to Nakhon
Si Thammarat bay has some villagers, while the coast on the gulf has a beautiful,
pine-lined beach. To get to both places, take Highway No. 4013 (Nakhon
Si Thammarat-Pak Phanang) and then 16 km on a road to Pak Phanang.
Both sides of the road are shrimp farms and mangrove forests.
Location : Amphoe Thung Song
is 500 metres from Thung Song district
office. This is a small cave in Chai Chumphon mountain. The cave can be
traversed from one exit to the other. Inside is a huge reclining Buddha
image stretching the length of the cave. This sacred image is decorated
with murals of Lord Buddha’s life drawn by Mr. Naep Thichinnaphong, a famous
artist of Nakhon Si Thammarat. The area around the cave has been developed
into a park.
Location : Amphoe Sichon
is a popular beach that connects to
Hin Ngam beach. There are accommodation and restaurant facilities for tourists.
To get to these beaches, take Highway No. 401 from Amphoe Mueang for 70 km
to Amphoe Sichon. Turn right to Ban Pak Nam for 3 km to Sichon beach
(Hua Hin Sichon) and from there it is 1.5 km to Hin Ngam and Kho
Khao (Piti) beaches. Piti beach is 2 km from Hin Ngam beach.
Location : Amphoe Khanom
is 77 km from the city and is
one of the most awesome caves of the province. The cave has many large
and small chambers, each with stalagmites and stalactites of odd sizes and
shapes, like pagodas, dinosaurs, custard apples, and fried eggs. Some
chambers can only be accessed by crawling or climbing, making it fun for
visitors. To get there, start from Khanom district office, turn right
at the intersection to Don Sak and take a left turn. The entrance
has a bus stop called Sala Tansakun which is easily noticeable. Drive
for 6 km until you reach the cave. Visitors must first obtain
the cave key from the keeper at the cave entrance.
Location : King Amphoe Nop Phitamcan be done on rubber boats
provided by Krung Ching Administration Office in Mu 3, Tambon Krung Ching,
near Krung Ching waterfall. There are 2 ways of the rafting route, which
are Pak Khlong Phitam-Lan Hin Dan which is 2.5 km and takes 1 hour
and Pak Khlong Phitam-Ban Thung Nai which is 6 km and takes 3 hours.
Please contact tel. 0 7530 9004 and
0 1677 3112.
Location : Amphoe Phrom Khiri
in Mu 5, Tambon Phrom Lok is at
the foot of Khao Luang near Phrom Lok waterfall. Most residents tend fruit
orchards. The Nature Conservation for Jungle Trekking Club is located here.
One can trek 5 km from the village to Phiman Mek waterfall which
is 1,505 metres above sea level. Along the way there are interesting flora,
fauna, caves, streams, and the gigantic red palm of the genus Caryota which
is a plant with very unique features. For more information, please contact
the Ban Plai Uan Nature Conservation Club, tel. 0 7533 8633.
Location : Amphoe Phrom Khiriis in Mu 3, Tambon Ban Ko.
From the city, use Highway No. 4016 to km 21 past Phrom Lok market and take
a right-hand road for 2.5 km. Wat Khao Khun Phanom is a temple of
historical and archaeological importance. The temple has a cave which houses
about 30 bronze Buddha images and a bronze Buddha’s footprint. Several smaller
connecting caves branch out from the main cave like an elaborate fortress
maze. Many believe this is where King Taksin the Great used to stay. Others
say it was the rest stop of Princess Kesini, daughter of Chao Nara Suriyawong,
the lord of Nakhon Si Thammarat during 1769-1776. On the way up Khao Khun
Phanom is the Khao Khun Phanom Scientific Study Center that provides knowledge
on science, technology, the environment, and eco-tourism to the public.
The Khao Khun Phanom community is a cultural community. There is a training
camp activity and a grouping called the Tourism to Study Fruit Orchards
by Bicycle Club. Please call tel. 0 7534 5154.
Location : Amphoe Lan Saka
Ban Khiri Wong is an ancient community
that settled at the foot of Khao Luang in Tambon Kamlon, near a path that
goes up the mountain. This peaceful village is like one big, happy family.
The main occupation is growing fruits, such as mangosteen, rambutan, durian,
and Sato. The village was faced with catastrophe on November 21, 1988 when
a flash flood swept away some 100 houses. The local monastery and villagers
still maintain the damaged convocation hall and houses as monuments to those
who perished. Ban Khiri Wong is considered a prototype of eco-tourism management
and the place won the 1998 Thailand Tourism Award in the city and community
category.
Location : Amphoe Thung Song
is a large white plaster image.
Its height of 19 metres makes it easily visible from afar. It is in the
benevolence gesture, its left hand holding a vase containing magic water
while its right holds a Lew branch. The image stands on a large lotus beside
a boy and a girl. A big dragon is paying homage to the image. The image
is situated in the middle of a large pond surrounded by fountains. You can
find this spectacular piece of art at Sam Po Kong foundation (Luang Pho
To), Mu Ban Phatthana Road, Tambon Pak Phraek, approximately 1 km
from Thung Song market.
Location : Amphoe Ron Phibun
Ban Nai Thung Handicrafts can be found 24 km from the
city. Ban Nai Thung is a Muslim Thai village near the sea. Aside from fishing,
villagers use their spare time to make colored cloth kites in the shape
of birds, as well as birdcages, for sale on both sides of the road. This
village is well worth a visit for some quality products.
Location : Amphoe Ron Phibun
Fan Making Village is on Highway No. 403, 40 km from Amphoe Mueang
to Amphoe Ron Phibun. The villagers here use their spare time to make Kapho
fans for sale nationwide. This popular, local handicraft is affordable and
very useful.
Location : Amphoe Ron Phibun
Pottery Village is just 50 metres from Wat Mokhlan. The village still adheres
to the old technique of making pottery by hand. The pots made here are large,
thick, and have little design.
Location : Amphoe Pak Phanang
Ban Rang Nok is famous for the
nests made by swallows in the town. Several houses and buildings have
been closed because of the immense number of swallows inhabiting them.
These birds make the houses their homes just like living in caves
and mountains.
However, the nests are not easily accessible as they are in private properties.
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