Jomtien ( จอมเทียน , RTGS : Chom Thian , pronounced [tɕɔ̄ːm tʰīan] ) or Jomtien Beach ( หาดจอมเทียน , RTGS : Hat Chom Thian , pronounced [hàːt tɕɔ̄ːm tʰīan] ) is a town on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand about 165 km south-east of Bangkok in Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. It is about 3 km south of Pattaya and is home to high-rise condominiums, beach side hotels, beaches, and restaurants.
21-439: Jomtien has experienced a construction boom in the past several years, with many new condominiums and housing developments built in the area. Jomtien has become very popular with Bangkok residents seeking a second home, as well as with foreign retirees. Jomtien Complex is an important real estate development located a block from the beach, and includes a large group of shophouses, restaurants, bars and stores. A recent trend has been
42-720: A radio and TV station were constructed. The radio station is administered by the Royal Thai navy as Sor Tor Ro 5 Station. Wang Sam Sien is a Taoist temple dedicated to Confucius and Guanyin . The shrine is along the way up to Wat Phra Yai. The organization that created Wang Sam Sien, the Mahakitpaisan Foundation, came into conflict with Pattaya City officials, who accuse the foundation of building on public land. The Supreme Administrative Court then ruled in Pattaya City's favour. This eventually resulted in
63-434: A second home, as well as with foreign retirees. Jomtien Complex is an important real estate development located a block from the beach, and includes a large group of shophouses, restaurants, bars and stores. A recent trend has been the opening of many upscale restaurants along Thappraya Road, the main thoroughfare connecting Pattaya and Jomtien. In addition, Second Road (running parallel to Beach Road about 400 meters inland),
84-500: Is a hill located in between Pattaya Beach and Jomtien Beach on the south side of Pattaya . The hill is known for its viewpoints in Chaloem Phrakiat Park; the temple Wat Phra Yai, also known as Big Buddha Hill, which is generally known for its large golden Buddha statue; and the Pattaya City sign. It has the highest natural point in Pattaya City, with its highest elevation being 98 meters above sea level. The hill
105-639: Is a large sign with the words 'PATTAYA' in red, and 'city' in white located on the hill. The sign also has a view point, which is not promoted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand and as such has no tour buses going to and from it. The view point can be accessed from either Bali Hai pier area or from a nearby road. Jomtien Beach Jomtien ( จอมเทียน , RTGS : Chom Thian , pronounced [tɕɔ̄ːm tʰīan] ) or Jomtien Beach ( หาดจอมเทียน , RTGS : Hat Chom Thian , pronounced [hàːt tɕɔ̄ːm tʰīan] )
126-592: Is a town on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand about 165 km south-east of Bangkok in Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. It is about 3 km south of Pattaya and is home to high-rise condominiums, beach side hotels, beaches, and restaurants. Jomtien has experienced a construction boom in the past several years, with many new condominiums and housing developments built in the area. Jomtien has become very popular with Bangkok residents seeking
147-841: Is about 1-1/2 hours, or 120 km by road from Suvarnabhumi Airport , the Bangkok international hub. By road, it is accessed from Sukhumvit Road and Motorway 7 from Bangkok. There is a new airport bus service terminal located on Thappraya Road just north of the Thepprasit Road intersection. South of Jomtien Beach, the U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) is open to air traffic, it is about 50 min drive, or 40 km by road. Phra Tamnak Hill Khao Phra Tamnak ( Thai : เขาพระตำหนัก , lit. 'palace hill', pronounced [pʰráʔ tām.nàk] ), also called Phra Tamnak Hill ,
168-719: Is generally known as Khao Phra Tamnak or Phra Tamnak Hill, with 'khao' (เขา) meaning hill or mountain. The hill is also known in English sources as ' Pattaya Hill ', due to the absence of hills from most of central Pattaya; or as Phrabat mountain. Phra Tamnak Hill is 170 kilometres (110 mi) southeast of Bangkok in Bang Lamung District , Pattaya , Chonburi Province of Thailand . The location borders numerous beaches, Bali Hai Beach (north), Pattaya Beach (north-northeast), Royal Cliff Beach, Cozy Beach and Pratumnak Beach (west), Sugar Beach (southwest), Dongtan Beach and
189-631: Is known for its water sports, including jet skis, para-sailing, scuba diving, and for several annual sponsored sports events, such as a Jet Ski World Cup event , and festivals, attracting visitors from around the world. Pattaya is served by frequent bus services from Bangkok's Northern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit) and the Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekamai). Buses from Pattaya serve nearby provincial towns and direct long distance routes serve many provincial capitals. City and suburban services are mainly provided by blue songthaews . They are available at
210-596: The Jomtien Beach (South-Southeast) to the Gulf of Thailand . The hill is also located near the end of Walking Street , and behind the Bali Hai pier. The hill can be accessed by foot, car or taxi. Phra Tamnak Hill or Pratumnak Hill is a spot for fitness and beach leisure. Under the patronage of His Royal Majesty Bhumibol Adulyadej , it has an impact on the development and rise of sailing, yacht racing, and sea sports. Pattaya Park and Pattaya Tower are on
231-492: The 1940s when Pattaya was still a fishing town, while the statue was built in 1977. The steps leading up to the statue are bounded by two 7-headed Nagas who are designed to guard the statue. Wat Phra Yai also contains seven other statues of the Buddha in different postures to represent their day of the week. Covering around 24,000m², Chaloem Phrakiat park was established during the reign of King Bhumibol . The Pattaya City sign
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#1732765733904252-648: The Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekamai). Buses from Pattaya serve nearby provincial towns and direct long distance routes serve many provincial capitals. City and suburban services are mainly provided by blue songthaews . They are available at the Pattaya Nuea bus terminal to take passengers to Jomtien Beach. There is now a regular bus service from the bus depot on Thappraya Road (just north of Theprasit Rd intersection) to Suvarnabhumi Airport. There are some metered taxis and air-conditioned vans operating for private hire from some hotel car-parks. Songthaews (aka "bahtbus") are
273-578: The Mahakitpaisan Foundation releasing the land to the city in March 2021, who will then keep it as a Chinese-Thai cultural center with the Sawangboriboon Foundation. Then mayor, Sontaya Kunplome , then toured the temple on 9 March 2021 to come up with a plan with the Sawangboriboon Foundation to develop the center. Wat Phra Yai is a Buddhist temple known primarily for its golden 18-metre tall 'Big Buddha statue'. The temple dates back to
294-444: The Pattaya Nuea bus terminal to take passengers to Jomtien Beach. There is now a regular bus service from the bus depot on Thappraya Road (just north of Theprasit Rd intersection) to Suvarnabhumi Airport. There are some metered taxis and air-conditioned vans operating for private hire from some hotel car-parks. Songthaews (aka "bahtbus") are the most popular mode of public transportation, and run from Jomtien Beach to north Pattaya. On
315-530: The Waterfront Suites and Residence condominium from 2011 to 2014, the statue's view of the Bay of Bangkok has been restricted, causing the building and then mayor Itthiphol Khunpluem to come under criticism. Since its construction halt in 2014, the abandoned building has continued to obstruct most of the statue's view of the sea. Due to the area being the highest - at 98 metres above sea level - both
336-520: The area. In particular there are 2 large Norwegian colonies, called Nordic and New Nordic on the Phra Tamnak Hill . Jomtien Beach is known for its water sports, including jet skis, para-sailing, scuba diving, and for several annual sponsored sports events, such as a Jet Ski World Cup event , and festivals, attracting visitors from around the world. Pattaya is served by frequent bus services from Bangkok's Northern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit) and
357-428: The most popular mode of public transportation, and run from Jomtien Beach to north Pattaya. On the regular route the cost is 10 baht for shorter distances and most Pattaya destinations or 20 baht for north Pattaya and beyond. However they can be much higher if asked to go to a designated destination. Motorbike taxis generally operate in the town and suburbs, and are mainly used by locals for short distances. Jomtien Beach
378-471: The opening of many upscale restaurants along Thappraya Road, the main thoroughfare connecting Pattaya and Jomtien. In addition, Second Road (running parallel to Beach Road about 400 meters inland), was completed in the last few years and now features many new developments. Jomtien Market, located adjacent to another complex of about 60+ open-air bars, is now another focal point for beach-goers. A large number of Russian and Scandinavian nationals visit or live in
399-406: The regular route the cost is 10 baht for shorter distances and most Pattaya destinations or 20 baht for north Pattaya and beyond. However they can be much higher if asked to go to a designated destination. Motorbike taxis generally operate in the town and suburbs, and are mainly used by locals for short distances. Jomtien Beach is about 1-1/2 hours, or 120 km by road from Suvarnabhumi Airport ,
420-778: The south end of Phra Tamnak Hill and the Pattaya Exhibition and Convention Hall (P.E.A.C.H.) is on the north. From there down the hill is the Bali Hai Pier and the Walking Street, Pattaya . At 98 meters above sea level is the Abhakara Kiartivongse monument, a bronze statue dedicated to Abhakara Kiartivongse , who is regarded as the Father of the Royal Thai navy . Due to the construction of
441-405: Was completed in the last few years and now features many new developments. Jomtien Market, located adjacent to another complex of about 60+ open-air bars, is now another focal point for beach-goers. A large number of Russian and Scandinavian nationals visit or live in the area. In particular there are 2 large Norwegian colonies, called Nordic and New Nordic on the Phra Tamnak Hill . Jomtien Beach
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