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Wat Rong Khun Temple – THAILAND

Wat Rong Khun Temple – THAILAND

Wat Rong Khun is a contemporary unconventional Buddhist and Hindu temple in Chiang Rai, Thailand. It was designed by Chalermchai Kositpipat. Construction began in 1997, finished in 2008.

Wat Rong Khun is different from any other temple in Thailand, as its ubosot (Pali: uposatha; consecrated assembly hall) is designed in white color with some use of white glass. The white color stands for Lord Buddha’s purity; the white glass stands for Lord Buddha’s wisdom that “shines brightly all over the Earth and the Universe.”

The bridge leading to the temple represents the crossing over from the cycle of rebirth to the Abode of Buddha. The small semicircle before the bridge stands for the human world. The big circle with fangs is the mouth of Rahu, meaning impurities in the mind, a representation of hell or suffering.

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Activities and Attractions in Pattaya – Thailand

Activities and Attractions in Pattaya – Thailand

Mini Siam & Mini Europe – Located near Pattaya Klang, it displays Thai and European heritage on a miniature scale. This is the third miniature town in the world after the Netherlands and Taiwan that brings together models of important objects and historical sites of different culture, and civilizations of various periods from the ancient time till the present. More than 100 models, each on a scale of 1:25, are displays in an area of 29 rai, surrounded by natural scenaries blended with different types of well selected trees.

Million Years Stone Park & Crocodile Farm - Located some 9 kilometres from Pattaya township, comprises breeding pens with more than 1,000 crocodiles, a zoo, and a bonsai garden decorated with rock formations.

Wat Yansangwararam – A temple under the king’s patronage is unique for it’s modern Thai architecture. Here meditation courses are available at 16.00 and 18.00 hrs. The temple is 12 kilometers south of Pattaya and only 3 kilometers from Nong Nooch Village. Nearby is a chinese-style building called “Wihan Sian” housing antiques and art objects from China.

Siam Country Club - Located at Km. 145 on Sukhumvit Highway, with the left turn about 11 kilometers. With 6,448 yards, par 72, it is one of country’s most challenging courses with lots of wooded hills. The course offers accommodation in a beautiful hilly landscape. Continue reading Activities and Attractions in Pattaya – Thailand

Pattaya – Thailand

Pattaya – Thailand

Pattaya City is an internationally well-known seaside resort in Thailand, Pattaya is also a vibrant city by night and by day. Pattaya offers a colourful potpourri of mixed nationalities from near and far. Pattaya has a vast range of tourism-related activities. Pleasures of Pattaya range from relaxing on the beach, to sea-based sports, to visiting the scores of local attractions in and around Pattaya/Chonburi.

The half-moon-shaped Pattaya Beach is 4 kilometres long with a road running parallel to the beachfront. From middle-section to the southern end of Pattaya Beach are many restaurants, bars, department stores, souvenir stores, as well as other places of entertainment. Khao Pattaya (Khao Phra Bat) is a small hill to the south of Pattaya Beach. The view point on the hilltop offers a panoramic view of Pattaya City and Pattaya Bay. Continue reading Pattaya – Thailand