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Located on the
sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin lies some 200 kilometres or a
three-hour drive southwest of Bangkok. Now Hua Hin is only about 30 minutes away
from Bangkok by Air. There is also directt flights from Hua Hin to the
holiday Island of Koh Samui. Adding distinction to Hua Hin's coastal setting, is
its status as Thailand's most traditional beach resort. It was here, in the
1920s, that King Rama VII built a summer palace, thus creating a vogue among
high society for Hua Hin to become the favourite retreat from Bangkok's summer
heat.
Khao Chong Krachok or Mirror Mount Sam Roi Yot National Park
Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin lies some 200 kilometers or a three-hour drive southwest of Bangkok. Now Hua Hin is only about 30 minutes away from Bangkok by Bangkok Airways, which also fly directly from Hua Hin to the holiday Island of Koh Samui. Adding distinction to Hua Hin's coastal setting, is its status as Thailand's most traditional beach resort. It was here, in the 1920s, that King Rama VII built a summer palace, thus creating a vogue among high society for Hua Hin to become the favourite retreat from Bangkok's summer heat.
Today, the present Royal Family continues to reside at Hua Hin for part of the year. 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 is a well-established beach destination, with full facilities. But unlike Pattaya, on the opposite shores of the Gulf of Thailand, 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. This beautiful curved bay is under the care of the Royal Thai Airforce. It is some 5 kilometres south of the town. This area used to be a battlefield between the Thai and Japanese armies during Second World War. This Myanmar-Thailand border pass is located in Tambon Khlong Wan, 4 kilometres from Khao Hin Thoen Stone Park. It used to be a strategic line for military movement in the past. Built in the reign of King Rama VI, this is one of Thailand's most beautiful train stations of which the local people are very proud. This hill is only 4 kilometers 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. King Rama VII commanded this summer palace to be built in the year 1926 to the north of Hua Hin. Built as a summer palace by King Rajakhipok (Rama VII) for his Queen Rambai Barni, Wang Klai Kangwon, remains the home of HM King Bhumipol, HM Queen Sirikit when in Prachuab Kiri Khan and neighboring provinces. It was designed in the Spanish style to suit the tropical climate, by Prince Iddhidesarn Kridara, a graduate from L'Ecole Des Beaux Art and the director of the Department of Fine Art. Site preparation began in October 1926 and on 21 September 1927 construction started, paid for by the Privacy Purse. Its completion was celebrated on 10-11 April 1929. It feels more like a large house than a formal palace - hence the name "Far From Worries". The palace consists of 3 Spanish style mansions facing the se From the foot of the hill in the north of the town, up 395 steps, sits a much revered monastery. There is a small pagoda and a troop of playful monkeys. The hill also offers a splendid panorama of the coastline and seascape. 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 kilometers. This park is 58 kilometers from Hua Hin town ship. It occupies an area of 61,300 rais (some 24,520 acres) and was designated as a national park on June 28, 1966. The geographical characteristics of the park consist of high limestone mountains, wide Marshland near the sea shore, and islands. In addition it is also the center of various species and families of plants and trees as well as the home of wild animals. There are three caves worth visiting within the park: Keaw Cave, Sai Cave and Phrayanakhon Cave. There are bungalows and a camping area for those who require an overnight stay in the park. Reservations can be made at the National Park Division, Forestry Department Tel. (02) 5790529 This beach is 22 kilometers from Prachuap Khiri Khan township Travel to Km. 345 make a right turn and go 3.5 kilometers to the sign board saying "Huai Yang Arboretum". The seven kilometers long beach is lined with sea pines.
Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin lies some 200 kilometers or a three-hour drive southwest of Bangkok. Now Hua Hin is only about 30 minutes away from Bangkok by Bangkok Airways, which also fly directly from Hua Hin to the holiday Island of Koh Samui. Adding distinction to Hua Hin's coastal setting, is its status as Thailand's most traditional beach resort. It was here, in the 1920s, that King Rama VII built a summer palace, thus creating a vogue among high society for Hua Hin to become the favourite retreat from Bangkok's summer heat.
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