Khao Chi Chan
- Khao Chi Chan location
Khao Chi Chan has been an important tourist attraction in Chonburi Province for more than 20 years, located in Na Jomtien Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province. Adjacent to rural highway C.B. 1003, close to Silver Lake Vineyard Pattaya, Ramayana Water Park Pattaya, Upside Down House Pattaya and Wat Yansangwararam Woramahawihan.
- Limestone mountains with unusually beautiful shapes
If viewed from a distance, it will be seen that Khao Chi Chan has the appearance of a prominent high mountain. Strange and beautiful shape It looks like an inverted cone with a pointed top. On one side is a steep cliff. This is because rocks used to be used as construction materials were blasted before. thus revealing the rock texture It is a relatively smooth cliff all the way to the top of the mountain. From the base to the peak it is approximately 180 meters high and approximately 248 meters above sea level.
- Built as a royal tribute to His Majesty King Rama IX on his 50th anniversary on the throne.
Initially, the renovation of Khao Ji Chan became a famous tourist attraction in Chonburi Province. Born from Somdet Phra Yansangwon His Holiness Somdej Phra Sangharaja Sakon Maha Sangkhaparinayok He was disappointed at Khao Chi Chan, which had a beautiful landscape. But it’s about to be destroyed. Therefore, he asked for royal permission to build a Buddha statue for King Rama IX as a royal merit. On the occasion of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Majesty reigned for 50 years and when it was built, there was Somdet Phra Yansangwon. Somdet Phra Sangharaja Sakon Maha Sanghaparinayok Become a project sponsor International Blaster Company Limited is the project operator. The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is the engineer, consultant and supervisor.
- The world’s largest laser-carved Buddha statue.
The distinctiveness and uniqueness of Khao Chi Chan lies in the line-carved Buddha statues. Sitting image in the posture of Maravichai which received inspiration from “Phra Phuttha Nawarat Bophit”, Sukhothai mixed with Lanna art.
The Buddha statue is carved in this line style. Before construction began, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Majesty graciously granted Royal decision given In conclusion, it should be created as a line drawing. But go deeper and clearer and see a Buddha image in the distance. Which is better than building in low relief. which can eliminate maintenance problems long construction period and construction costs can go a lot and because Khao Chi Chan is a limestone mountain Therefore, safety measures must be taken. By blocking the area in front near the Buddha image as a strictly prohibited area.
When completed It appears that the line-carved Buddha image has a height of 109 meters, a lap width of 70 meters, and a 21-meter high lotus base. Including the height from the base of the line-carved Buddha image, the total height is 130 meters. Characteristics The lines carved in the stone It will be carved into the rock into a deep groove approximately 30-40 centimeters wide and 10 centimeters deep, embedded with gold mosaic tiles filling the groove. His name is Phra Buddha Maha Vajira Uttamobhas Satsada, which means Lord Buddha. He is a prosperous, bright, and sublime teacher like Maha Vajira. which is a royal title given by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Along with the year of construction, 1996, appears below the Buddha image. It is considered to be the largest Buddha image carved in the Buddha image in the world.
- One of the best tourist attractions in Thailand
After Khao Jijan opened for tourists to see the splendid beauty of the line-carved Buddha statue. “Phra Buddha Maha Vajira Uttamobhas Satsada” on a high cliff, this place has become an important landmark of Chonburi Province. With a new construction style It is also beautiful, valuable, and worthy of faith. Buddhists can come and pay homage and ask for blessings. Can do Buddhist and cultural activities. General tourists can come and visit. You can also take photos as souvenirs.
In addition to the line-carved Buddha statues, The surrounding area of Khao Chi Chan is also beautiful and worth visiting. There are many small and large trees. With a beautiful garden Decorated with flowers of various colors according to the season. Ornamental plants from foreign countries were brought in to decorate the landscape. There is an open lawn. The area is clearly divided according to usage activities, such as a yard for viewing carved Buddha statues. A photo spot where you can clearly see the Buddha statue. multi-purpose building Rest area and parking area Which is suitable for traveling to relax. Therefore, it is popular with both Thai and foreign tourists. It has become an important landmark of both Chonburi Province and Thailand.
For tourists interested in visiting Khao Chi Chan You can come visit every day from 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free. There are no service fees.
- Tourist attractions near Khao Chi Chan
When visiting Khao Chi Chan You can still visit many famous tourist attractions in Pattaya. Whether it is Silver Lake Vineyard Pattaya, Ramayana Water Park Pattaya, Upside Down House Pattaya, Swiss Sheep Farm Pattaya, Wat Yansangwararam Woramahawihan, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, Huai Tu 2 Reservoir, prohibited areas. Khao Cheon Wildlife Hunting, Wonder Farm Pattaya, Thai Thani Cultural and Arts Village Pattaya, etc.
Source: www.chonburi.go.th
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