Koh Sichang

Located about 65 kilometer east of Bangkok, Koh Si Chang is the most well known and biggest island in Chonburi Province. Covering an area of 18 square kilometers and surrounded by 8 small islands. Koh Sichang was once the summer residence of H.M. King Chulalongkorn, Rama V during the nineteenth century. His House, Gardens and Shrine are well maintained to this day, and are certainly worth a visit.

 

It was said that the islander lived in Sichang was healthy and had longevity, since the atmosphere of Sichang had been fresh and clear. As written in His Majesty’s Chronicle of traveling to Chanburi that King Rama V used to give charity to 3 islanders who had age over 100 hundred years. Therefore Sichang has been believed the island that suitable to relax and cure. This reason makes Sichang popular among tourist both Thai and Foreigners since King Rama V Reign till now.
     
Favorite Attractions in Sichang
  Phra Judhadhut Palace    Rama V built this palace as a summer resort for the Royal family. It is situated in beautifully landscaped, terraced gardens containing ponds, streams, fountains, caves and cliffs. It is located on the south side of the island. Consist of many residences such as Watana building, Panyah building (a house with a roof without able), wooden gingerbread house, Phongsri building (or octagon pavilion), Apirom building and Asadangnimit Temple. A temple located in the hilltop built in Thai integrated with western style.
     
  Saan Chao Pho Kao Yai   This Chinese Buddhist temple has to be one of the most interesting in Thailand. This temple has seen to be believed as it is built into a natural limestone cave and contains a very unusual statue of the Buddha.
It is situated on a hilltop at Kao Kayasira that overlooks the island and the sea.
The celebrations for the Chinese New Year are one of the highlights at the temple with both Thai and Chinese people participating in a celebration of life.
     
    Buddha’s Footprint The Buddha’s Footprint is located on the northern hill close to Saan Chao Pho Khao Yai. King Rama V had the footprint made from a sacred stone imported specially from Buddhagaya in India. The area also contains relics of The Buddha.
     
    Chong Khao Khad   Experience the wonderful views from Khao Khad Bay Observation Point. Sit on the seat of Kings and enjoy the sight of the sun sinking slowly into the distant horizon from the pavilion built over 100 years ago by King Rama V while sipping a chilled fruit shake.
     
    Haad Tham Khao Phang Enjoy swimming in this beautiful curved bay. The white-sand beach is ideal for relaxing, swimming or snorkeling. Just to the north of the bay are the unusual cliff formations of Laam Chakapong, a perfect spot for fishing or for simply watching the sunset.