Amphoe Cha Am
Hup Kraphong
This place is located four kilometers before arriving at Cha-Am at
KM.201-202. An asphalt road branches off on the right hand side for
a distance of eight kilometers to the Hup Kraphong Cooperatives
which is situation in the vicinty of Tambon Khao Yai. Amphoe Cha -
Am originally was dry and non-fertile.
In 1962 H.M. The King had the idea to help farmers in the Phetch Dam
Settlement, the Hup Kraphong Rural Development Project was the
result of the royal desire. It commenced in 1964 with support of
Israel , and the name of the projects is "Thai-Israel Project".
There were studies on various crops growing in accordance with
market requirements. Farmers were advised to grow crops according to
proper technology and there was an establishment of Hup Kraphong
Cooperatives. Tourists can buy farm product at the market located in
front of the demonstration center as well as to buy products made of
hemp under the folk arts and crafts project.
Hat Cha-Am
This beach is located 41 kilometers from the township area where a
two kilometers road branches off on the left to the beach. Cha-Am
beach is the most beautiful beach of Chang Phetchaburi. Originally,
Cha-Am was a tambon of Amphoe Nong Jok. After Hua Hin became popular
, thus causing its land to become occupied by high rank and royal
family members. They tried to locate a new resort location and under
the leadership of HRH. Prince Narathip they recognized that Cha-Am
beach was just as beautiful as Hua Hin Beach. Since then Cha-Am has
become much more well known to the public. It was developed and
promoted , and now has a district status. The State Railways of
Thailand operates a special trip to Cha-Am on every holiday.
Detailed information can be obtained from Travel service Section,
Tel 2237-010, 2237020.
Ma Ruk Ha Thai Ya Wan Palace
This palace is a royal seaside resort. The construction materials
were obtained from the demolished Hat Cho Samran Palace by th royal
command of king Vaijravudh in the year 1923. Located at Tambon Huai
Nua , Amphoe Cha-Am KM.216, it is a litte bit beyond Cha-Am Beach
(going from Bangkok). This palace is note for three two - storeyed
wooden pavilions facing the sea, and is referred to as "the palace
of love and hope". Series of halls are linked together throughout
the palace. Residential halls of the royal consort members are
located on the right wing. The central group of halls which is the
royal residence consist of royal sitting and relaxing rooms,
accommodations for close royal servants called Phisan Sakhon Hall,
and the roading room. In addition, Samoson Sewakamat Hall, a
two-storey open pavilion, is used as a meeting place, and sometimes
as a theater. Two important dramas were shown on this stage in 1941
: "Phra Ruang" and "Wiwah Phra Samut". Cho Phraya Ramrakhop ordered
a statue of King Vajiravudh, as a royal dedication, to be enshrined
in the hall of Marukhathaiyawan Palace. An annual rite is conducted
on November 25, the aniversary of King Vajiravudh's death.
Located on the sunrise side of the Gulf of Thailand, Hua nd, Hua nd,
Hua Hin lies some 200 kilometres or a three-hour drive southwest of
Bangkok. 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 destinations, 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.
Hua Hin Railway Station
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.
Hua Hin Arts and Crafts Centre
This is situated in an old typical house on Naepkhehat Road. It has
a collection and exhibition of many contemporary works of Thai
artists, as well as old furniture and many pictures about Hua Hin in
the past.
Klai Kangwon Palace
King Rama VII commanded this summer palace to be built in the year
1926 to the north of Hua Hin. The palace consists of 3 Spanish style
mansions facing the sea. This Spanish style architecture was adapted
to suit the tropical climate of Thailand ant to serve the function
of a summer palace. The atmosphere is more of a large house than a
formal place. It is open to the public daily from 9.00 a.m. - 4.00
p.m. Call (032) 511115 for more information.
Khao Takiap
This hill is only 4 kilometres 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.
Ko Singto
Fishing lovers can enjoy a day outing to this island, just a few
kilometres from Hua Hin or Khao Takiap where some boats for hire are
available.
Suan Son Pradiphant or Sea Pine Tree Garden
This beachside area belongs to the Army Welfare Office and is open
to the public. It is at Km. 241, some 8 kilometres south of Hua Hin.
Accommodation is available.
Hat Khao Tao
This beach lies about 10 kilometres south of Hua Hin and 1 kilometre
along an access road. It is a pine-fringed beach, more secluded than
Hua Hin. Bungalows are available.
Namtok Pa La-u
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
kilometres
