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Theme
parks in Thailand
range from zoos to water parks, miniature villages to haunted
houses, and side shows to cultural displays. Most are inexpensive
and open year round. The latest addition, Phuket
FantaSea, entertains thousands of visitors a week
with a varied
programme of cultural shows, the largest buffet
in Thailand, a handicraft market and spectacular
fireworks. The following is a list of some of the most widely
visited and internationally famous Thai theme
parks.
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 Siam
Park
The park's main attraction is a large artificial seaside
area, complete with sea, waves, waterfalls, towering slides,
whirlpools and an assortment
of water-based activities. Satellite attractions include
a children's playground, aviaries, an open zoo and a botanical
garden.
Located on Serithai Road, just off Ram Indra Road. Open
daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Take bus Nos. 26 or 27 from
Victory Monument. A park bus connects the entrance to
the Water Park. Tel: 0 2919 7200.
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Safari
World
This great 170-acre park comprises a spacious zoo, a safari
park and a marine park. The Safari Park offers the spectacle
of wild animals ranging free in a natural habitat. The
animals can be viewed either from one's own car or aboard
one of the regular air-conditioned coaches provided. The
Marine Park is noted for its performing seals, dolphins,
birds and monkeys. Restaurants and kiosks are scattered
at strategic points within the zoo area for refreshments
along the way. Located at Km 9 Ram Indra Road. Open daily
from 9 am to 5 pm. Bus No. 26 from Victory Monument goes
to Km 9 Ram Indra Road and
a mini-bus service connects to Safari World.
Tel: 0 2518 1000-19.
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Dream
World
Something for all the family, including
a European-style shopping plaza, miniature land depicting
world legends and lots of exciting rides. The action is
divided into four " land of dreams" concepts:
Adventure Land, Fantasy Land, Dream Garden, and Dream
World Plaza. Located at Km 7 Rangsit Nakhon Nayok (Khlong
3) Road. Open 10 am to 5 pm weekdays and until 7 pm on
weekends and public holidays. Tel: 0 2533 1946.
Website: www.dreamworld.th.com
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Ancient
City (Muang Boran)
Ancient City showcases the kingdom's historical sites
in various forms. Some are replicas of real sites, some
have been requisitioned from old temples and some are
simply products of imagination drawn from Thai literature.
Each exhibit has been created with meticulous attention
to authentic detail to reflect the precise customs and
styles of the age. The city is shaped like a map of Thailand
and visitors enter at the southern tip, passing through
a traditional city wall gateway. Located at Km 33 Sukhumvit
Road in Samut Prakan. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Brochures
are available in Thai and English.
Tel: 0 2323 9253, 0 2226 1227, 0 2226 1936-7.
Mini
Siam
The third largest model village in the world, Mini Siam
celebrates the combined heritages of Thailand and Europe
with miniature replicas of the respective cultures' most
famous monuments and historical sites. Located at Km 143
on Sukhumvit Road, North Pattaya. Open daily
from 7 am to 10 pm. Tel: 0 3842 1628, 0 4342 4232.
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Phuket
FantaSea
Phuket FantaSea is the resort island of Phuket's largest
theme park. Outstanding features include: the Festival
Village with carnivals, games and handicraft shops;
the
4,000-seat
Golden Kinnaree restaurant with its Grand Buffet of
favourite Thai and international dishes; and the magnificent
3,000-seat Palace of the Elephant Theatre
where Las Vegas style shows using state-of-the-art technology
and special effects are staged nightly.Located on Phuket's
Kamala Beach, the theme park opens at 8:30 pm and show
time is at 9 pm.
Tel: 0 7638 5000, Fax: 0 7638 5333,
E-mail: marketing@phuket-fantasea.com.
Website: phuket-fantasea.com |
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. Ripley's
"Believe It Or Not"
The first Ripley's in Southeast Asia, this museum-cum-amusement
arcade blends numerous unusual exhibits with state-of-the-art
simulator rides, laser quest, bumper cars and laser
coaster, all arranged across a large indoor
expanse.
Located on the 3rd floor of the Royal Garden Plaza,
Pattaya. Open daily from 10 am-11 pm.
Tel: 0 3871 0294-6.
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Crocodile
Farm & Zoo
Over 60,000 crocodiles, plus snakes, elephants and more.
The farm is particularly famous for its demonstrations
by handlers of how to capture and restrain crocodiles.
Located 29 kilometres from Bangkok, off Sukhumvit
Road in Samut Prakan. Open daily from 7 am to 6
pm.
Tel: 0 2703 4891-5.
Website: www.crocodilefarm.com
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Racha Crocodile Farm & Tiger Zoo
A well-maintained zoo with hoards of crocodiles, Bengal
tigers, camel, deer, scorpions and more. There are four
different shows at various times during the day, including
a crocodile show, a tiger show and a special feature show.
Located off Sukhumvit Road on Route 3241. Open daily from
8 am to 6 pm.
Tel: 0 3829 6556-8.
Nakhon
Ratchasima Zoo
This spacious zoo is home to over 500 animals, including
a large selection of wild animals from Africa. A small
park offers visitors the opportunity to relax with nature.
Visitors can tour the zoo aboard regular mini train connections
running between strategic points, hire a bicycle or go
on foot, strolling beneath the shady walkways. Recently
added attractions include a Day-Night Zoo, a Children's
Zoo, Dino Park, a Penguin and Seal exhibition and a shopping
plaza. Located 13 kilometers from Nakhon Ratchasima city
on the Ratchasima-Pakthongchai Road. Open daily from 8
am to 6 pm. Admission 30 baht for adults and 10 baht for
children.
Tel: 0 4426 1351. Website:
www.zoothailand.org
Dusit
Zoo
Bangkok's only government-run city zoo houses a wide variety
of well cared for tropical fauna. A large pond in the
middle of the zoo offers paddle boats for hire. Open daily
from 8 am to 6 pm. Admission 30 baht for adults and 10
baht for children.
Website:www.zoothailand.org
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. Khao
Khiao Open Zoo & Night Safari
This state-owned zoo places countless animals and birds
in natural settings. Visitors are driven between sections,
getting out to observe the hippos, elephants, bears, monkeys
and water birds at their leisure. A huge aviary houses
over 100 species of birds together with diminutive |
mouse
deer. Night Safari tours are also offered so that visitors
can witness the animals' behaviour after dark, when
many species are at their most active. Located off
Highway 36 on the way to Sri Racha, the zoo is open Wednesday
to Sunday from 7 am to 6 pm. Tel: 0 3831 1561 or 0
3833 0634-6 ext 824, 827
(Night Safari tours).
Website: www.zoothailand.org
Chiang
Mai Zoo
Chiang Mai Zoo offers visitors the only opportunity in
northern Thailand to experience the excitement and
intimacy of various species of animals in their natural
habitat. The zoo is surrounded by a multi-hued hilly
terrace, home to hundreds of species of wild plants
and flowers. The zoo itself includes a Freshwater Aquarium,
Gibbon Island, Children's Zoo and a camping area.
Located on Huay Kaew Road. Open daily from 8 am
to 6 pm. Admission 30 baht for adults and 10 baht for
children.
Tel: 0 5322 1179.
Website: www.zoothailand.org
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