Chanthaburi, Eastern Thailand
Commonly called Muang Chan, Chanthaburi is another Eastern province which has played an important role in the history of the nation both before and during the Rattanakosin Period. It is wealthy and rich in natural resources, particularly gems in addition to the plentiful field of tropical fruits including rambutan; Durian and mangosteen. Products from the seas are also extensive. It is also blessed with natural beauties and attractions equal to any sister provinces. Chanthaburi is bout 291 kilometers from Bangkok on Highway 3, or 245 kilometers on Highway 36, taking a right turn at km. 323.
How to get thereBoth air and non-conditioned buses leaving from the Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekamai) Non airconditioned buses leave every hour, starting from 05.00-16.00 hrs. Fare is 60 baht (Tel. 391-2504)Air-conditioned buses leave every 30 minutes, starting from 07.00-24.00 hrs. Fare is 108 baht. (Tel. 391-4164).
Chanthaburi Attractions:King Tak Sin The Great's Monument located on Tha Luang Road in Amphoe Muang, opposite to the old governor office. Built in 1893 the building houses a bronze statue of the King.
Si Chan Road also known as gem road, an economic route of the province. Cut gems are put on sales here. On Firdays, Saturdsys, and Sundays, gem trading in Trok Krachang or Krachang Lane lends a very informal stmosphere.
Underwater Achaeological Museum is the place where antiques taken from the ancient junks lying in the seabed of the Gulf of Thailand are well stored. Most of the objects are earthenware and Sangaloke china. The office is situated in Khai Noen Wong, a military camp built in the reign of King Rama III as a barrier against violating enemies from Vietnam. At present, some traces of wall and bulwark are still left to be seen at the camp site which is on the route to Ban Tha Chalap, 8 kms. away from town to the west.
Laem Sing (cape), a likeness of a lion facing the sea, is about 31 kilometers from Chanthaburi town on Sukhumvit Highway, with a right turn at km. 347 On the Laem Sing hill are the remains of one of the two forts built during King Rama III's reign. The Laem Sing beach itself is not very appealing at present as it serves as the leading pier for fishing boats.
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