A paradise of millions of travellers, who dream to visit it at least once in a life time, or twice and many more and their funpacking experience in the beach resort called Pattaya will remain impressive in their fond memories as long as they live. Pattaya became renowned as a tourist attraction during the Viet Nam War over 30 years aro, when several United States Air Force bases were stationed in Thailand . One of such major bases was "Sattaheep" located not far from Pattaya. American Gls from the base flooded Pattaya with their dollars and turn the place, which has once been a silent, unattractive beach, into a crowded one. It attracted numerous investments. Hotel, large and small keep emerging, and night life there is very sophisticated. Since then Pattaya has now had a completely new look. Various businesses in Pattaya have been growing in order to meet requirements of tourists. At present, there are supermarkets where people can do their shopping all through the night. One of Pattaya's major attractions is its "sophisticated night life". Small bars in the past have now developed into laser discotheques,pubs, cocktail lounges, karaoke, massage parlours and a-go-go bars, or carbarets show such as Al Cazar, Tiffany and Simon. Natural resort and other attractions in Pattaya Attractions which play major roles in making Pattaya more tour worthy comprise Koh Larn, Koh Sak, Koh Pai, Koh Marn Vichai, and several other small islands off Pattaya beach ideal for swimming, sunbathing, scuba-diving as wellas other water sports. Pratamnak Hill is situated at south Pattaya beach. It peak is a vantage point to get the best panoramic view of th bay of Pattaya as well as the entire Pattaya City. Nong Nooch Village is an artfully landscaped country resort with popular cultural shows, folk dances, traditional ceremonies and martial arts displays. Pattaya Park is a water amusement park, which features colourful water slides and whirlpools enjoyable to young ones and adults alike. Mini Siam is a miniature town with interesting places in Thailand on show, where tourists can view before deciding to visit the real places. Pattaya Crocodile Farm is a new and wonderful attraction of Pattaya,very well enjoyed by local people and foreigners alike. Elephant Kraal features thrilling and spectacular demonstration of elephants at the daily show. Wat Yansangwararam, a temple under the king's partronage, is unique for it's mordern Thai architechture. Here meditation course is offering for commonmen in the morning at 6.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. The temple is 12 kilometres from Pattaya and only 3 kilometres from Nong Nooch Village. Jomtien Beach is the most notable of serverale beaches immediately south of Pattaya. This beach is 6 kilometres long and located about 4 kilometres from the resort. It is the major locate for windsurfing and water sports enthusiasts. It has become more and more popular for water sports and activities because it has a long straight coastline and there are less boat anchored in the sea. Pattaya Attraction
