Big Buddha Temple
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Kristian H
Valby, Denmark10 contributions
Jan 2023
Use an hour one afternoon to go to a place with peace and quiet (though you will find one Chinese tour group after the other). See the 9 Buddhas of Thailand, and enjoy the beautiful view of Jomtien and Pattaya.
Walking up there can be a bit strenuous, so go by grab, taxi or songthaew. The walk from the parking lot to the main Buddha is easy consisting of only 40 small steps
Walking up there can be a bit strenuous, so go by grab, taxi or songthaew. The walk from the parking lot to the main Buddha is easy consisting of only 40 small steps
Written January 11, 2023
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shruti a
9 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
When in Pattaya do not miss this one. Many prebooked packages donot take you here , you can ask your hotel manager to book a local package for the city which includes few beautiful points including this one. Do not miss it. Its very very beautiful.
Written May 5, 2020
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Curtis Shelton
Orlando, FL179 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Like every Thai Temple you have all your statues to see, pray to, and have a chance to get a blessing from a monk.
It’s really impressive walking up the steps to the Big Buddha Statue, and behind the statue itself a great sight to see when you go up on a clear sunny day of the city. Extra points for a good cool breeze if you are so lucky to experience.
Free to visit, at least pay respects, and donate to support.
It’s really impressive walking up the steps to the Big Buddha Statue, and behind the statue itself a great sight to see when you go up on a clear sunny day of the city. Extra points for a good cool breeze if you are so lucky to experience.
Free to visit, at least pay respects, and donate to support.
Written March 19, 2020
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Magellanic47
Bangkok, Thailand1,049 contributions
Oct 2020 • Solo
On top of a hill.. 10 years ago. Perhaps the highest vantage point at that time. Fast forward to October 2020.. And this sanctuary has become lost in the urban sprawl that is Pattaya today.
Good views from the top on a clear day. No entrance fee. Several statues and little shops to purchase what ever religious items devotees may require.
At the bottom of the stairs there are some basic shops for drinks and snacks.
The stairs are an easy climb.. But i did not see any wheelchair signs or ramps for people that required mobility assistance.
Glad i got to check it off my list.
Would i recommend this site... Not so sure... I have seen other places nearby that has made a far greater impression.
The choice is yours ultimately.
Good views from the top on a clear day. No entrance fee. Several statues and little shops to purchase what ever religious items devotees may require.
At the bottom of the stairs there are some basic shops for drinks and snacks.
The stairs are an easy climb.. But i did not see any wheelchair signs or ramps for people that required mobility assistance.
Glad i got to check it off my list.
Would i recommend this site... Not so sure... I have seen other places nearby that has made a far greater impression.
The choice is yours ultimately.
Written October 29, 2020
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MurrayNige
10 contributions
Dec 2019
This Bid Buddha statue could be seen from my hotel (Unique Regency Hotel) where I was staying so with the help of the hotel shuttle bus service I visited this statue on one of the evenings. Really nice and peaceful place and excellent views. That's why they call it the Big Buddha Hill instead of Pratamnak Hill, I guess ;-)
Written January 26, 2020
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john fozz
Cumbernauld, UK35 contributions
Jan 2020
Got to go to this if in Pattaya. Get a taxi there and take off your shoes and take a little walk around. There is maintainence going on now but still good opportunity for lots of photos. Not over commercialised although there are vendors. Great view for highest point. It’s a peaceful and almost spiritual and as a non religious man I found it a great experience.
Written February 1, 2020
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amod d
Kolkata (Calcutta), India60 contributions
Jan 2020
The location of this temple is on a hill , a good point to see the city and the sprawling beach . The main idol is at present under renovation and is covered but one can have the idea of size.. A good place to visit if you are in Pattaya but not a must see
Written February 6, 2020
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Alan Park
7 contributions
Jan 2020
Went to make offering at hilltop Big Buddha Temple, roses and garland, candles, joss sticks, fire crackers and gold leaf all included in offering. Apart from the fire crackers, very peaceful place with great views out over Pattaya bay and the city below. Outdoor cafe area with shady trees and views over the city. Best food comprised toast and honey with banana slices, reasonably priced. Came away after 1 and 1/2 hour visit feeling very relaxed. Well worth a look, not just to pay your respects
Written January 13, 2020
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Jasim
Kozhikode, India170 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Calm and quiet place. Easily accessible. No Entrance Fees. Friendly staff. Awesome creative idols showcasing different stages and versions of Buddha. Many charity boxes installed for each Year of the Chinese Calendar. Has a prayer area for devotees with a shaded resting area for seating tourists. We’ll aired and elevated area offering Excellent View of the surroundings. Good place to unwind.
Time needed : 30-90 Mins based on your preference.
Time needed : 30-90 Mins based on your preference.
Written May 13, 2022
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HR 225
Stanmore, UK8 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
The main Buddha is undergoing some construction work but still worth a visit. It has several fairly big Buddhas and also lots of small buddhas in the temple. There is Buddhist monk who can do a small prayer and you can put any amount you want in the donation box. You can do joss stick and candle offering by lighting them(20thai bahts) with that you will see a small piece of paper it has a very thin gold strip which you can stick on the Buddha. This place has something which will make you feel happy and calm.
Written March 1, 2020
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hellokasia-45692
Herning, Denmark300 contributions
How much does Big Buddha Temple costs?
IV.Burak
8 contributions
Free
До которого часа работает парк и вход?
Dmitriy F
Krasnoyarsk, Russia108 contributions
Режим работы и про вход не могу подсказать, т. к были там с обзорной экскурсией
Ist der eintritt Frei?
21mamilou
Marigny-le-Cahouet, France61 contributions
Le site n’est pas payant.
PoojaNoida
New Delhi, India91 contributions
We are a family of 4 and looking forward to visit Sactuary of Truth, Art in paradise, Big Budha temple, Jomtein beach and back to hotel.
Which is the best and economical taxi we should take and how to book it?
Lucifer2590
158480168 contributions
YOU Won't be able to complete all in one go. Divide it into 2 days Big Buddha Pattaya viewpoint and jomtein beach. Take private tuk tuk from outside hotel road and it will charge you for Big Buddha somewhat between 100-130 baht for 1 way and Pattaya view point is just 500 mtr.
Day 2 sanctuary of truth and art in paradise.
harshal thakar
Secunderabad, India
What are the sight seeing around big buddha?
Walkaboutfar
Barrie, Canada90 contributions
The zipline is approximately 10 minute drive. You can walk to the Pattaya hilltop city park from Big Buddha.
Candy Ha
2 contributions
Mọi người ơi, nếu đi xe khách 45c thì có lên được chỗ tượng phật không ạ?
Roman S
Cairo, Egypt1 contribution
تكلفه الدخول لو سمحت ??
SnigdhoandMili
New Delhi, India37 contributions
This attraction is free of cost. No entry fees.
Niloybho
Bengaluru, India6 contributions
I have a family of 4 with 2 kids ( 10 & 12 yrs old ) , we are staying at A-One royal cruise hotel on beach road. I would like to know what is the best way to visit Big Buddha , should I take a taxi or is it doable with baht bus ? I would also like to know what time of the day is best to visit , pls note that I have a 6 PM Alcazer show already booked for the same day .
Thanks,
NB
alirik01
Adelaide, Australia50 contributions
Hi. I went with a private driver. But there were buses there. If you go with a private driver you can leave once you’ve finished your visit there. We were there around 9.30 am. It wasn’t quite busy. But still easy to walk around and up the steps to the Big Buddha and lookout. You have to take your shoes off before 10 am and after 4 pm
There are a lot of stalls there Selling souvenirs, clothing ,, sarongs All sorts of things. It was really good
Hope this helps
thorntonNotts
notts85 contributions
How to reach big Buddha from LK royal suites hotel Pattaya ... thanks
wahwah2017
London, UK252 contributions
About half hour walk or 10 minutes by motor bike taxi. Taxis are not metres in Pattaya. So you could try the 10 baht bus going up Soi Buakao or walk to baech road and get a baht bus there. Take a baht bus from South Pattaya rd to Pratumnak and then walk. A taxi would be 200 baht each way and not worth using.
hrywjy
Tangerang, Indonesia4 contributions
if we go to big buddha by motorbike, then we want to go to pattaya view point, which one better:
1. using motorbike from big buddha to pattaya view point, OR
2. just walking from big buddha to pattaya view point, after finished, walking back to big buddha where i parked the motorbike.
anyway, is there any motor bike parking space in big buddha? thank you very much.....
wahwah2017
London, UK252 contributions
Do either. I walk but if you are tired use bike. Plenty of parking spaces ..no problem. Both the areas you mention are worth a visit so go to both.
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