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Chanthaburi Province.
Chanthaburi Province' located in the east 245 km. from Bangkok, Chanthaburi is the world-renowned Thai gem mining centre, and area famed for it's varieties of juicy tropical fruit and great handicraft centre for woven reed mats. Visitors to Chanthaburi are also recommended to visit the abundant natural beauties and the many historical attractions.
  • King Taskin the Greats Monument, located on Tha Luang Road opposite the old Governor's Office was built in 1893. The building houses a bronze statue of the King. ;

  • King Taskin the Greats Park on Gems Street and Unyamanee Road is the largest gem stone market place in Thailand. It is the newest marketing place for gemstones in Chanthaburi.
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  • Nern Worng Fort, about six km. from the Lab Road, is a deserted fortress town built in Rama III's time with the old cannons still in position on the battlements.
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  • A Leam Sing or Lion Peninsula, 31 km. from Chanthaburi Town, you can view the remains of the fascinating forts built during the reign of King Rama IIIl.
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  • Khuk Khi Kai, one kilometre from the pier was built by the French in 1912. It was used as a detention centre for Thai nationals.
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  • The Tuk Daeng (or Red House) located near the Laem Sing Pier was built at the same time as Khuk Khi Kai. It was originally the headquarters of the Phikat Patchamit Fort, but the French adapted it to living quarters for its office.
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  • Phliu Waterfall, its 42,000 acre National Park is covered with numerous species of wild plants and fruits. The waterfall boasts a noble stupa built by King Rama V in 1876. The stupa, in its pyramid tye structure, houses the remains of Queen Sunantha. A mini bus to the park is available daily at the municipal market in Chanthaburi.
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  • Khao Khichakut National Park at Tambon Phluang of Amphure Makkham is some 30 km. from Chanthaburi. At its high point is revealed a print of the Lord Buddha's foot and there is a very beautiful cave called Tham Reusi or Hermit's Cave. Soil of a yellow colour, believed to cure diseases, is in the Bo Ya (or medicine well) in the cave.
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  • The Krathing Waterfall in the park is one of the most beautiful falls in Chanthaburi. Tourists are permitted to stay in the park.
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  • Laem Sadet and Khung Kraben, in Tambon Klong Kut of Amphure Tha Mai is an ideal combination of the natural beauty of beach, cave, mountain and bay.
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  • The Oasis Sea World just 25 km. from Chanthaburi Town and 15 km. from Laem Sing covers more than 68 rai. It is a breeding and conservation station for dolphins from waters off Chanthaburi. Shows are performed at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.


    Khao Soy Dao Wildlife Protection Park
    Khao Soy Dao Wildlife Protection Park is located in Khao Soy Dao Suburb with a totol area of 116,409.4 Acres, 70 Kilometers away from Chantaburi.
    Originally, the park was called Khao Soy Dao Forest, meaning a mountain to catch the stars, because of its tremendous height of 1,675 meters above sea level. At night time, the picturesque mountains allow one to watch so clearly the hundreds of stars, and seem to reach high into the sky for one to easily catch them.
    Many big and small mountains joined together to make up Khao Soy Dao Forest. Khao Sip Ha Chun, Khao Tha Pong, Khao Ngoo and Khao Sai Koa are the mothers of many beautiful waterfalls and rivers, and breathtaking mountainsides.
    1965 the Department of Forestry started the animal research and conservation in Khao Soy Dao Forest. The Department found that the wealth of wild animals and the natural habitat at the forest are excellent for a wildlife protection park.
    Consequently, the Department of Forestry founded the Sai Kao Nature and Animal Research Center in 1990, in Sai Kao, part of the Khao Soy Dao Animal Protection Park. In 1996, the name of the sector changed to Sai Koa Animal Conservation Support and Development Center. The main objective is to ensure that the exotic beauty of Khao Soy Dao Forest is continually protected.
    While a lot of emphasis have been put on conservative eco-tourism, many misunderstand that it applies solely for the forest and the mountains. In fact, all kinds of tourism can and need to involve environmental awareness. It would be joyous to see more responsible tourists who travel with conservation in mind.
    On the road in Chanthaburi, Guide to the East, 1996-1997, P.50
    Sirintra Lakanukit, C. Chanin (TAT - photo), "Khao Soy Dao Forest", Paradise Thailand Magazine, Aug.-Sep. 1997, 69-71.

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