Prachuap Khiri Khan

The town of Prachuap Khiri Khan is a very laid back and pleasant place to visit and is quite rightly famous for it's great seafood which can be bought from many restaurants and stalls that line the waterfront in the town and on the beaches.

Some 300 Kms South of Bangkok, Prachuap has not been developed into a major tourist destination like nearby Hua Hin, and so you can still enjoy a taste of the real Thailand.

The town it's self in located on the middle of three crescent shaped bays, which are surrounded by limestone peaks and many small hilly islands, making it a very scenic location.

These three bays ( Ao Manao, Ao Prachuap and Ao Noi ) all have very pleasant beaches, the most popular being Ao Manao which is just a few Kms South of the town centre, located in the Royal Thai Airforce base - Wing 53. During the weekends and public holidays this beach can get very busy, but it's fairly peaceful during weekdays.

Khao Chong Krajok - 396 steps will take you up this mountain which dominates the Prachuap skyline. On top you will find a small temple and the shrine of Kromaluong Chumpom Khet Udomsak. These buildings are said to house a bone from Buddha and a Buddha footprint. At the base of the mountain you can encounter many monkeys who live here.

The City Pillar of Prachuap Khiri Khan - Located near the mountain, Prachuap's city pillar is said to be one of the best examples in Thailand.

Attractions outside Prachuap town:

Wing 53 Memorial - This is where the Japanese landed in Thailand during WWII. There are a few monuments and some old aircraft to view.

Huay Hang Waterfall National Park - Located about 33 kms South of town you can find this nine tier waterfall.
Entry fee is 50 Baht (foreigners) 10 Baht (Thai)

King Mongkut Memorial Park of Science and Technology - 12 Kms South of Prachuap the main attraction here is Waghor Aquarium.You can also find Astronomy and Space buildings, Butterfly and Rock Gardens.
Entry fee is 20 Baht for everybody!

Hat Wanakorn National Park - A coastal National Park with a very nice stretch of beach. Activities here include nature trails, snorkelling and diving on reefs around two nearby Islands. You can also camp on the beach (rentals available) or stay in beachside bungalows. Located 23 Kms South - Entrance to the park is off the main highway
Entry fee is 50 Baht (foreigners) 10 Baht (Thai)

Wat Ao Noi ( Wat Khao Tham Khan Kradai ) - Located on Ao Noi beach, this Golden teak-wood Temple is set a the foot of a rocky mountain where you can climb up stairs to a cave housing a couple reclining Buddha's.

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