Cha-Am Attractions

What to See in Cha-Am Beach

This picturesque coastal town has managed to retain an essence of serenity one can only imagine derives from its fishing town origins. There are plenty of attractions to keep you occupied when in Cha-Am. From the long stretch of relatively undisturbed beach to the colourful temples to royal palaces – there is always a route of discovery worth taking here. With a surrounding landscape consisting of national parks, mountains, caves and waterfalls, the natural beauty of the area is complemented by an impressive list of religious and historic sights.

Maruekhathaiyawan Palace

Like so much in Hua Hin this summer seaside palace was built in the early 1920's during the reign of King Rama VI. It was designed by an Italian architect with lots of verandas, latticework and covered boardwalks using golden teak from the demolished Hat Chao Samran Palace.
Address: 9km south of Cha-Am at the Camp Rama VI military compound.
Opening Hours: 08:00-16:00
Admission: 90 baht

Puek-Tian

Situated 18 km north of Cha-Am this small beach resort town is famous for its statues in the sea depicting characters from one of Thailand’s most famous poets, Sunthon Phu. The much loved and revered poet created a piece of work Phra Aphai Mani which is 30,000 lines long! From humble beginnings he was educated at a temple and went on to write in a more simplistic style that was easily understood by the masses. This spot is very popular with Thai families who come here to appreciate the serene surroundings, the picnicking and to have fun in the sun.
Address: 18 km North of Cha-Am.

Statue of King Naresuan and Neranchararam temple

During the Ayutthaya period, King Naresuan the Great reined from 1590 to 1605 using Cha-Am as a meeting place before going to war with the Burmese in 1593. Situated in a little park that overlooks the sea, his statue is surrounded by cocks, the reason for this being that he was a cock-fighting enthusiast. A few metres further along from the statue on the left-hand side of the road is Neranchararam Temple. Here you can have a look at the six-armed Buddha image with each hand covering a sensory organ signifying the cutting off, or denying of the senses.
Address: Cha-Am North

Wat Cha-Am

Situated in west Cha-Am, this wat is also home to a cave with a Buddha image inside. Built during the Ayutthaya period it is a pretty old and impressive structure. To find it just follow the road from the beachfront towards Narathip Road and turn right at the lights then follow the flyover over the railway. Alternatively, any taxi driver you ask will know where to take you.
Address: Cha-Am West

Cha-Am Forest Park

This is by no means up to National Park standards but if you fancy a relaxed day amid some pretty scenery then Cha-Am forest park will definitely be a contender for your affections. Situated on the Phetkasem Road, it is easily reached by taking the Narathip junction when coming from the direction of the beach. Once there, there are monkeys and peacocks as well as some interesting birds. A lot of families and couples come here to chill out, picnic and play sport. A great way to spend the afternoon in Cha-Am is walking around the grounds before stopping for a snack at the local restaurant, which is all Thai.
Address: Phetkasem road

Khao Nang Phanthurat National Park

An important factor to be considered when visiting this national park is that road is in a bad condition therefore appropriate transport is needed. On the way up to it there are a series of limestone quarries leading up to a limestone mountain that has many caves within it. There are two important mountains called Kao Chaolai Yai and Kao Chomprasart that rise about 60-372 metres above sea level.

You will see plants such as banyan trees, bamboos, Azadirachta indica, and Strelus asper and with any luck encounter some of the animals that live within the park, including antelopes, linsangs, rabbits, bats, and many types of reptiles.To find the park take Phetkasem Road towards Bangkok. Follow the flyover, and then turn right at the entrance of Jalaprathan Cement Co. Ltd
Address: Phetkasem road

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