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Hewer Says: This is a large complex of temples and monuments in Bang Saen. It is both a center of religious study for novice monks and also an exhibition for the general public.There is a display of the events of Buddha's lifetime as well as a bizarre (and disturbing) depiction of...
Hewer Says: To be honest, the beach at Bang Saen wasn't that great. The waves are quite flat and the sand is coarse and seems a bit dirty. There is also a bit of rubbish around. They are making a big effort to clean it up though. It's nice for a stroll or a quick dip and there are...
Hewer Says: Definitely something here for the ladies. My wife spent half a day in here, I thought she would never come out again ;-) They do massage, aromatherapy, all kinds of wraps and other beauty treatments.Prices vary depending on what you want. This is probably the most upmarket...
Hewer Says: This chain is all over Thailand and Bang Saen is no exception. If you want to take a break from the local cuisine and have a hankering for pizza, then this is the place to go. You can also order from your hotel room and have it delivered, but note that English isn't spoken...
Hewer Says: You can get good quality local food at any of the stalls along Bang Saen 1 Road or Bang Saen Road. It's a little bit less sophisticated in terms of the cutlery and ambience but a great experience and great food nonetheless! Any of the fish curries are great. The mango...
Bankunya Restaurant: Big Old House by the Bay
Hewer Says: I must have walked by this place 50 times or so before I ate there. It doesn't really stand out and looks more like somebody's house or a private club. Anyway, in the end I gave it a try. The food was quite good and the staff were friendly. My only criticism would be that...
Galaxy: For the ...erm...Gentlemen
Hewer Says: When I first visited Bang Saen, I went away convinced that there wasn't any adult entertainment there and that it was just an innocent beachside town. When I came back a few months later for a longer stay, I realised I was wrong.... Standing right at the entry to the town...
Take it Easy Pub and Restaurant: Best Live Music
Hewer Says: This is the best bar in Bang Saen I would say. It has a very rustic feel about it as the whole place is done in mahogany and teak and there are signs and placards for different whiskey brands around the bar, as well as a pool table and a stage for live music. It has a huge...
Fairway: Outdoor Bar/Restaurant
Hewer Says: This place got high marks from me. It has a nice atmosphere, mostly outdoors in a beer garden-type set-up. They have live music every night and quite a good menu if you want to eat also. It's mostly a local hangout but they do have English menus available. There didn't seem...
Hewer Says: This is the only 'door-to-door' transport option in Bang Saen. There are no metered taxis and also no tuk tuks. There are plenty of buses which may go off their set route for you if you request it, but generally you cannot hail a taxi on the side of the road and head off to...
Hewer Says: It's easy to find your way around in Bang Saen. Bangsaen 1 Road runs parallel to the beach. This is the main street you will need to know. The beach ends at the S.S. Bangsaen Hotel but you can then follow the road along the bay. Bangsaen 2 Road runs parallel with Bangsaen 1...
Laem Thong Shopping and Entertainment: Shopping Mall
Hewer Says: Laem Thong is the only shopping mall in the area. Shopping opportunities around the beach are quite limited. Laem Thong had about 50 shops and a cinema. There is also a large supermarket if you find that 711 doesn't stock what you are looking for. Shoes, clothes, books,...
Hewer Says: King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great of Thailand is the world'd longest-serving monarch. He is highly revered in Thailand and you can see pictures of him and of his queen Sirikit in shops, restaurants and public places all over the country.In Bang Saen, there are two monuments...
Hewer Says: Saensuk Palace is an interesting place but be aware that it's very graphic. Basically there's a "Buddha Park" with a large section devoted to a hell for wrongdoers. There are depictions of murder, cannibalism and torture. It's a bit too real at some points - use your...
Hewer Says: Bang Saen is absolutely packed on the weekends. Almost all visitors to the town are from other parts of Thailand so Bang Saen is more noticeably crowded at these times than other seaside towns which attract many international visitors. If you have a choice and want to avoid...
The Most Bizarre Religious Monument....
Hewer Says: Saensuk Palace is off the beaten track because it is away from the beach, which is the focus of most of the activities in Bang Saen.This is the one of the strangest places of worship I have ever seen. There is a monastery and a big statue of Buddha which is conventional...
Hewer Says: There is an outdoor aerobics class three or four times a week at two locations in Bang Saen. Not my thing (I'm ashamed to say) but it always drew a fair crowd. The Tide Resort is one venue - in front of the resort opposite the beach; the other venue is bayside close to the...
Hewer Says: There is a great spot for jogging alongside the beach. I never tried this myself but it seemed to be popular with the fitness lovers. The paved area alongside the beach is about a kilometer long.
Hewer Says: It seems strange to rave about the pool as one of the best things about a beach town, but in this case, it definitely was! I must admit, Bang Saen Beach can be a bit dirty, especially early in the week. Also, there are no real beachfront hotels; you always have to cross the...
Hewer Says: One image of Bang Saen I'll never forget is the sunset over the bay. You can have a couple of cocktails, look out over the water's edge, listen to a bit of music - magic stuff!I took this picture at 'Relax Bar' over on the northern end of town.
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There is a great spot for jogging alongside the beach. I never tried this myself but it seemed to be popular with the fitness lovers. The paved area alongside...
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I have been to Bang Saen twice. On my first visit, I spent four days there in January, 2005. I quickly realised I was on to something. This is a little piece of paradise hidden away from the tourist...
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