Family visit: Last stop in Hua Hin

Thailand The Centre: Heart of the Kingdom Prachuap Khiri Khan Hua Hin

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08/01/2025

By Romain

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So here comes the last stage of this trip across Thailand with my parents, Hua Hin, a seaside resort quite well-known to Bangkokians but less sulphurous and more peaceful than Pattaya.

We came by car but Hua Hin railway station is worth a visit. The reason is that it is one of the oldest railway stations in Thailand. Built in the 20s when Hua Hin was becoming a popular destination thanks to the railway connection, just as King Rama VI had just built a summer palace there, the station was specially designed for the royal family with a dedicated pavilion as a waiting room for the king and his court.

Although the pavilion is no longer in use, the line and the station itself are still in operation.

Inside there was an exhibition of photos of members of the royal family.

The large beach at low tide. This one has been cleaned well since the last time.

The water is not really nice or deep which doesn't really make it a place for swimming.

On the other hand, leisure activities such as jet skis are still there.

Buildings are springing up everywhere. Hua Hin has already changed a lot since the first time I came.

The fishing "village" at the foot of Takiap hill where the temple of the same name is located.

From here you have a view of the whole city.

Change of scenery, direction Wat Huay Mongkol a few dozen kilometers from Hua Hin, the temple is especially known for its imposing statue of the monk Luang Pu Thuat (who owes his fame to his miracles)

For the end of the day we were going to take a tour of the floating markets. You should know that these markets are recent in addition to being totally artificial, not to mention that they built 2 of them only 300m from each other...

Quick visit to the second “market” to see before it gets completely dark.

We couldn't end this visit to Hua Hin without a little tour of its night market.

Roman

When I discovered Thailand in 2006, I certainly didn't expect to settle down there 2 years later! Since then, I've been based in Bangkok and regularly travel throughout the country (especially in the north!). I share my stories, photos, and tips to help plan your trip to Thailand and other Asian countries. This blog is for anyone who wants to discover the land of smiles, who's looking for a bit of adventure, and those who dream of Asia.

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Roman

When I discovered Thailand in 2006, I certainly didn't expect to settle down there 2 years later! Since then, I've been based in Bangkok and regularly travel throughout the country (especially in the north!). I share my stories, photos, and tips to help plan your trip to Thailand and other Asian countries. This blog is for anyone who wants to discover the land of smiles, who's looking for a bit of adventure, and those who dream of Asia.

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