Pathum Thani Attractions and Travel Guide

Attractions

Wat Song Phi Nong

Wat Song Phi Nong is located in Tambon Ban Ngio, on the bank of the Chao Phraya River above Wat Phai Lom. It was constructed in 1867. There are two sacred Buddha images residing on the bank of the river which are Luangpho Phet, a laterite Buddha image in the subduing Mara posture reflecting the U Thong art and Luangpho Phloi, a carved stone one, also presenting U Thong art. The latter was stolen. Therefore, it was rebuilt by the temple and has been respected among the boatmen and the public.

Wat Chankapho

Wat Chankapho is in Tambon Bang Toei, on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, 6 kilometres from the city hall. It was constructed by the Mons during the reign of King Rama II and was called “Wat Kwo”, meaning “Chankapho” – Vatica diospyroides Sym. - which for the Mons is an auspicious tree similar to the golden shower. Inside the temple is a cultural hall collecting Mon objets d’art. There is also a project to preserve the fish species in front of the temple. Besides, the temple is an important ceremonial venue of the Pathum Thani locals such as “Ok Hoi Pachu”, Takhap Flag competition, a ceremony offering food to 100 monks, etc.

Boat Library and Bang Prok Community

The Bang Prok Community is next to Wat Hong Pathummawat. It is a strong Mon community in the preservation and the revival of the Mon culture. The people in the community have together built a boat library made of an old boat under the shade of a banyan tree, aged more than 100 years. It is a centre of teenagers to get together and search for knowledge. There are many classes provided such as a computer class, traditional Thai dancing class, traditional Thai long drum class, as well as, traditional Thai music class. It is a production and selling area of the community’s products. There is a playground, a welcoming centre organising activities for visitors such as musical and Mon traditional dance performances, local Mon cuisine such as Khao Chae –steamed rice in cold scented water, eaten with condiments, Kalamae - Thai rice caramel - cooking, Mon cultural shows such as Hang Hong-Thong Takhap procession tradition, traditional Thai medicine centre, organic fertilizer production, and the making of souvenirs from left-over materials. For more information, please contact Khun Chaluai Kawaonak, the chairman of the community, at Tel. 0 2581 1252, 08 6355 8306.

Lotus Museum

The museum is situated in Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi. Founded in 2000 as a project of Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn to collect lotus species both Thai, foreign and hybrid, this museum is a research and learning centre.
 
Its aim is to study the lotus itself and put different parts of the plant to good use. In addition, it is a lotus botanical garden, dedicated to the preservation and propagation of the beautiful flower, and this makes it an ideal resource for ecotourism.
 
The area is filled with hundreds of various kinds of lotus planted both in pots and in ponds, including "Mangkala Ubol" which received the award of Best New Hardy Waterlily 2004 in the 19th World Lotus Competition in the U.S.A.
 
The museum is open from Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 16:30 with free admission.
For further information, contact Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi,
Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok Road, Tambon Khlong Hok, Amphoe Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani 12110. Tel.0 2549 3043  Fax.0 2549 349, 0 2577 2357.

Muai Thai Institute 

This institute has been established by the World Muay Thai Council in order to promote this folk arts of self defense at national and international levels. It offers three types of Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) courses for both Thais as well as foreigners. Besides the fundamental programmes which provide skills, experience, and knowledge of the Muay Thai culture, one can apply for special programmes to become Muay Thai instructors or referees. Contact the Muay Thai Institute at 336/932 Prachathipat, Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani 12130, Tel: 0 2992 0096-9.

Dream World Amusement Park 

It is situated in Tambon Bueng Yitho, Km. 7 on the Rangsit – Nakhon Nayok route, Khlong Sam. Take air-conditioned bus No. 538 (Victory Monument – Rajamangala University of Technology) or take a bus of the BMTA to Rangsit, continue with any bus to Rajamangala University of Technology and get off at Dream World.

Dream World is an amusement park and a relaxing venue where various kinds of entertainment are put together in an area of more than 160 rai. It comprises 4 lands, designed to be different places of happiness and fun; namely, Dream World Plaza, a land full of beautiful and elegant architecture on both sides, Dream Garden, a nice garden in a relaxing atmosphere around a giant lake and where there is a cable car to see the panoramic view from the sky, Fantasy Land, a fairyland comprising a castle of the Sleeping Beauty, Bread House and Giant’s House, Adventure Land, an adventurous and challenging area, comprising Space Train, Viking Ship, Snow Town, etc. 

Entrance fee is 450 Baht. It is open on Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., and Saturday – Sunday, including public holidays from 10.00 a.m. – 7.00 p.m., Tel. 0 2533 1152 or website: http://www.dreamworld-th.com.

Talat Thai 

Talat Thai is Thailand's largest, international standard wholesale and retail market for food products and all agricultural produces including fruits, vegetables, cut flowers and pot plants. It is located on 200 acres of land in Tambon Rangsit, Amphoe Thanyaburi on Bangkok's outskirts and can be accessible by Phahonyothin Road.

The Supreme Artist Hall
 
The Supreme Artist Hall is located at Khlong (Canal) 5 in Khlong Luang district. It is evident to the Thai People that His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej has taken an active interest in all kinds of Art. His Majesty's accomplishments in the Arts are witnessed and recognised worldwide.

The three-story building is divided into seven rooms : one for Administration, one for temporary exhibition, five for permanent exhibition (two for the Supreme Artist, and three for 151 National Artists / since 1985-2003). The exhibition halls are equipped with modern mixed media; such as video, multimedia computer, video CD, CD, Duratane picture, Diorama, Karaoke, photo sticker box, slide multi-vision etc.

Open Tuesday-Sunday from 09.30 a.m.  4.00 p.m. For further information, please contact : 66 2986 5020-4 or log on to www.culture.go.th/supreme/main.php for further details.

The Southeast Asian Ceramics Museum (SEACM), Bangkok University, Rangsit Campus 

The Southeast Asian Ceramics Museum (SEACM) was established in 2002 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Bangkok University. The museum, which houses more than 2,000 ancient and valuable ceramics donated by Mr. Surat Osathanugrah, the founder of Bangkok University, aims to instill an appreciation for ceramics in students, art lovers and art enthusiasts alike.  It will also be a center for research and training on all aspects of historical ceramics.

The museum is responsible for housing and preserving valuable collections of ancient ceramics, most of them made in Thailand or imported into Thailand in ancient times; collating data and information related to ceramic wares and potteries; identifying the various types of ceramics according to their origins and characteristics; documenting and safeguarding the collections; exhibiting the collections; organizing educational activities; and providing ancillary museum services and any other activities that will contribute to  the uniqueness of the museum.  The Southeast Asian Ceramics Museum Newsletter makes news from the museum and from regional sources available to ceramics enthusiasts.

National Science Museum  

The Science Museum is considered as a display venue for exhibitions and scientific activities to communicate with and provide knowledge to visitors to better understand science and technology, as well as, to apply them in daily life for the sustainable development of the country. Located in Tambon Khlong Hok, within the compound of the Technopolis Complex, 4 kilometres from the intersection of the Rangsit - Nakhon Nayok Road, the museum is accessible by taking air-conditioned bus No. 1155, Rangsit – Future Park – Science Museum Line. It is distinctive due to its design into a dice shape.

Inside, the building displays exhibitions of science through modern technology that create fun at the same time as learning. On the 1st floor lies a photo gallery, scientific pieces of work, and gigantic artificial earth. On the 2nd floor is a life-like reconstruction of “Lucy” fossils, presenting the creation of the first human being, a spaceship, and a replica of an astronaut. On the 3rd floor is located a shadow tunnel and a wooden house presenting the information on lights, while the 4th floor exhibits the basic information and technology of Thailand, geographical, geological and ecological characteristics, agricultural production, as well as, technology in construction. The 5th floor displays human anatomy and daily life utensils, while the 6th floor has a presentation on Thai intellect. Moreover, there is a natural science museum, which manifests knowledge on natural science. 

It is open on Tuesday – Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and from 9.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. on Saturday – Sunday and public holidays. It is closed on Monday. Entrance fee is 60 Baht. For more information, please contact Tel. 0 2577 9999 or visit www.nsm.or.th.

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