Pattaya

Some destinations are surely worthy contenders for your list of places to visit before you die and Pattaya is surely one of those. With its fascinating beach shores giving you that perfect tan to the vibrant historical temples taking you closer to the city’s history, the city of Pattaya has everything in its bag of wonders to leave the guests in awe of the place.

GEOGRAPHICAL FEATURES OF PATTAYA

Characterised by a tropical climate usually hot and wet during the months between May and November, Pattaya is a city which is ideal to be visited during the months of November to February. The city is spread over an area of 53.4 square kilometers situated at the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Pattaya constitutes a population of more than 100,000 people and witnesses millions of tourists each year.

CULTURE OF PATTAYA

The city of Pattaya has been quite able to preserve its vibrant culture despite modernization and increasing tourism each year. Even today, many homes in Pattaya practice a tradition of building a spirit house in order to shelter the spirits. The temples and sanctuaries in the city are an epitome of the rich cultural heritage of Pattaya. The major religions in the city constitute of Buddhism followed by Islam, Christianity, and Hinduism.

PLACES TO VISIT IN PATTAYA

Pattaya is also popular for its markets and the floating market in Pattaya just proves the point right with its exquisite collection of clothing, art and craft to satisfy your temptations for shopping. Parents can take their children to the Cartoon Network Amazone which is a power-packed theme park having all the rides which gets your kid’s heartbeat racing. Another renowned place in the city is the Sanctuary of Truth whose eye-catching feature is its splendid Thai architecture built entirely of wood. Koh Larn Island is hands down one of the most sensational beaches in the city giving you a premium beach experience.

THINGS TO DO IN PATTAYA

Pattaya offers you everything you wish should be there on your dream vacation. If you’re a bachelor, you can enjoy the Tiffany Cabaret Show which offers a blend of drama, music, and dance. A sunbath followed by a swim at the beachside is the most typical thing to do in a Pattaya trip and the Koh Samet Island leaves no stone unturned in offering you some splendid sea views to savour with your loved ones. If watersports are what tempt you then the Koh Larn Coral island provides amazing opportunities for jet skiing, parasailing, and windsurfing. Make sure to take along some souvenirs from the famous walking street and the floating market.