Destination

Sitting in the heart of Nakornpathom, a small lovely province of about 56 kilometers away from Bangkok, Salaya Pavilion Hotel and Training Center has access to many main streets in town as well as local attractions, such as, the largest pagoda in Thailand, riverside market behind the temple, elephant ground & zoo, orchid farm, Thai Human Imagery Museum, Thai Farmer’s Lifestyle Museum, etc. Our customers will surely enjoy and relax their senses amidst the tranquil atmosphere and diverse attractions surrounding the hotel.

Phra Pathom Chedi


Phra Pathom Chedi, the largest pagoda in Thailand. Phra Pathom Chedi is the official provincial symbol of Nakhon Pathom. The height from ground to a top crown is some 120.45 metres, and a total diameter at the base is 233.50 metres. The sacred Chedi houses Lord Buddhas relics. Within the monastery compound, there are various interesting historical items, including the Phra Ruang Rodjanarith , an image of Buddha bestowing pardon, is enshrined in a vihara located to the North and in front of Phra Pathom Chedi. The Wat Phra Pathom Chedi Museum houses artifacts and historical remains which were discovered during the excavations in Nakhon Pathom. Then there is the National Museum of Phra Pathom Chedi. This is also worth a visit. It is a 2 storey modern Thai building that houses artifacts and historical remains, most of which dates back to Dvaravati period.

For more information, contact Phra Pathom Chedi Treasury and Preservation Office tel: 0 3427 0300, 0 3424 2500, Fax: 0 3424 2500. The museum is open daily from 9am-4pm except Monday, Tuesday and National Gazette holidays. The admission fee is 30 baht.

Wat Rai Khing


Wat Rai Khing is located in Tambon Rai Khing 32 Kms. from Bangkok. It is a civilian monastery built in 1791. Somdej Phra Phuttha Chan (Pook) named this temple after the district. The temple is well known among Thais, faithful Buddhists frequently pay a visit to Wat Rai Khing to pay homage to the sacred Buddha image. Every Saturdays and Sundays, food and fruits are sold in front of the temple. This temple is also renowned for its natural fish sanctuary, a habitat of hundreds of thousands of Sawai fish (big catfish-like freshwater fishes). Visitors can buy bread here to feed the fish.

Don Wai Riverside Market


Don Wai Market, situated in Tambon Bang Kratuek. Behind the Don Wai temple is a market that still retains an appearance of a market dating back to King Rama VI period. The old building is made of wood and located on the banks of the Tha Chin River. Food vendors travel by boats to sell their goods here. Agricultural produce are sold daily from 07.00-18.00. Boats are available for rent for scenic river trips.

Cruising along the Tha Chin River is available at Don Wai Market by riding a converted cargo boat and a passenger boat. There are 2 cruise lines: 1) from Wat Don Wai passing Wat Rai Khing, and Wang Pla. 2) from Wat Don Wai passing Wat Rai Khing, Wang Pla, Wat Sanphet, Wat Decha, the police cadet academy, and the Rose Garden.



Sanam Chan Palace


Located in the town of Nakhon Pathom 2 Kms. west of Phra Pathom Chedi. It occupies an area of about 888 Rais (about 355 acres). The palace was constructed by command of King Rama VI in the year 1907 when he was the Crown Prince. The construction of this palace was inspired by the renovation of Phra Pathom Chedi which was to the satisfaction of King Rama VI. The King saw that Nakhon Pathom was an ideal place for a leisurely stay due to the magnificent landscape. He also intended to converted Sanam Chan Palace to be the heart of the second capital should a crisis again develop. Sanam Chan Palace is the most favourite palace of King Rama VI, judging from his frequent visits to this palace. His stays at this palace are always at the same time as the military exercises of the Suer Pah Unit.

It is open to the public from Thursday to Sunday, 09.00-16.00. Admission for Thais: an adult fee is 30 Baht, a child fee is 10 Baht. Admission for foreigners is 50 Baht. Contact can be made at Silpakorn University, Sanam Chan Palace, Nakhon Pathom, tel: 0 3424 4237, 0 3424 4236-7 Fax: 0 3424 4235.

Jesada Technik Museum


Jesada Technik Museum was founded by Mr.Jesada Deshsakulrith, Thai businessman who loves to have sightseeing of Automobile and Mechanics and have had a chance to visit several interesting museums of antique car in Europe & USA. This inspires him to start collecting antique and hard-to-find car in his collection. Currently there are approximately 500 pieces of collection in the premise e.g. Airplane, Helicopter, Tank, Bus, Sedan, Bubble Car, Motorcycle, Tricycle and Bicycle from around the world. The museum was then established at Ngewrai district, Nakornchaisri Ampur, Nakornprathom Province. The museum is open for free entrance.

The highlight of the Jesada Technik Museum is there is plenty of bubble car which cannot see anywhere easily. The children who come to visit can touch car in imagination of dream by themselves. Due to the museum is open freely for visitor to access inside a car which is really expensive and scarce. Mr.Jesada told his heartfelt feeling impressively that “Dream of children is much more valuable than what they are touching. Who knows in the future, these children will create things which are multiple larger than what I do.” For more Information please contact Tel: 02-819-4000, 086-979-5777 or visit the website at www.jesadatechnikmuseum

Thai Film Museum


It is located at the same area of National Film Archive, Phuttamonthon, Salaya, Nakorn Prathom, but under the name of Samnak Chang Sip Moo, Arts Department of the Culture Ministry. The museum was established because Mr. Dome Sukawong has the love for Thai Films and wants to achieve his lifelong goal before the age of retirement. He quietly built this small 1½ storey building as a Thai Film Museum. The first and only Thai film museum has been limitedly opened to the public and only on Saturday. Each group permission to enter will accept no more than 10 visitors, as each visit needs to be guided by the museum staff. The tour will take around one hour. For more information, please call Tel: 02-4410263-4. By the way, please be warned that restroom is not ready for service yet.

Thai Human Imagery Wax Museum


Located at Km.31 Borom Ratchonnani Road on the way to Nakhon Pathom, the museum houses life-like sculptures created by a group of Thai artists. These breathtaking human figures with various characteristics and the replicas of important people are displayed in many sections such as the Great Buddhist Monks, Former Kings of the Chakri Dynasty, and One Side of Thai Life. The opening Hours are weekdays from 9a.m.-5.30 p.m. Holidays from 8.30a.m.-6p.m. The admission fee is 200 Baht For more information please call Tel: 0-3433-2109, 0-3433-2607.

Sampran Elephant Ground and Zoo


Located to the west of Bangkok in Nakhon Pathom province. For less than an hour drive, Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo is a popular sightseeing destination for both adults and children alike. It highlights exciting events such as The Elephant Theme Show and The Crocodile Wrestling Show. The visitors can also try to check out the tropical garden and waterfalls on the elephant’s back, visit the orchid nursery, or sample International cuisine and halal at the Erawan Restaurant.

Entrance fee including all shows: Adult 500 baht, child below 130 cm. 300 Baht. Open daily from 08.30 - 17.30 hrs. For more information please contact Tel. 02-295-2938 Fax. 02-294-5211

Buddhamonthon Park


This is an old religious site built by the government and the people to commemorate the 2500th year of the existence of Buddhism. Accessible by Buddhamonthon 4 Road, it occupies a large area with beautiful landscape and contains many interesting structures. A huge standing Buddha image cast in bronze gold measuring 15.8 metres marks the centre of the area. It is surrounded by four commemoratives sites concerning Lord Buddha's birth enlightenment, the first preaching sermon, and Nirvana (death). Other interesting places include a Buddhist museum, a hall keeping marble Pali canon and meditation halls.

Information taken from www.tourismthailand.org