Friday, May 11, 2012

Things to See in Pattaya-Nong Nooch Gardens

If you are looking to spend and interesting and fun filled day out while visiting Pattaya, Thailand then make sure Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens is on your to do list.   It is a quick 20 minute drive outside of Pattaya, yet it is recognized as one of the best botanical gardens in all of Asia.

It is expansive park, with over 600 rai (acres) under management.  Visitors will have a chance to look at the well manicured grounds filled with ferns, palms, orchids, and many varieties of rare plants.  Amongst the gardens guests will also find two man made lakes.

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In addition to the amazing gardens, there are many other things to do when visiting Nong Nooch.  At their cultural center they run four shows that feature a variety of Thai culture.  You maysee a Muay Thai martial arts demonstration, a Thai wedding ceremony, enjoy music and dance from the Hill Tribes, and of course the very entertaining elephant shows.

There is plenty of dining on the grounds as well.  You can find a host of selections from Thai, Chinese, Korean, and western fares.  Something to suit most visitor's pallets.

There are also plenty of opportunities to get Momentos or your trip.  You can have your picture taken with a tiger, parrot, or an elephant.  Or if you wish to find some souvenirs, there is a shopping area to browse.

If you are interested in trying something different for your accommodations while in Pattaya, you may want to look into staying at the Nong Nooch Resort.  They offer several different styles oflodging to guests.  From Thai teak houses, small cottages, to lakeside villas, they provide a unique perspective by staying right there on the grounds.

Getting to Nong Nooch is quite easy.  You can book a tour through your hotel travel desk or one of the many services around Pattaya.  Tickets can run anywhere from 650 to 1250 baht depending on the package you book.  The more expensive ones usually include activities like elephant rides.

If you are looking for a fun way to spend your day, then a visit to Nong Nooch Botanical Gardens is sure not to be missed.

Things to See in Pattaya-Nong Nooch Gardens

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