Schedule
: 21 July 2002
Venue
: Pattaya City, Chon Buri
Origin
:
Pattaya is Thailand's most famous eastern seaside resort.
It is a complete destination with land and marine attractions,
as well as a full range of facilities. It receives a large
number of tourists every year. Due to this popularity, TAT
is promoting the marathon so Thai and foreign tourists can
join in the activity and tour the area.
Activities
:
There are 3 categories of the marathon:
1. Full marathon 42.195 kilometers
2. Half Marathon 21.10 kilometers
3. Quarter Marathon 10.55 kilometers
| Nearby
Tourist Spots : |
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Wat Yai Intharam (Pattaya) |
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is
an important temple of Chon Buri. There are old wall
murals depicting Buddhism tales. An ancient pavilion
here is made of wood. |
| -
Ang Sila or Ang Hin (Pattaya) |
| |
is
famous for its small industry like making stone mortars
and sculpted animals. |
| -
Nong Mon Market (Muang) |
| |
sells
souvenirs and consumer goods. |
| -
Phai archipelago (Pattaya) |
| |
is
west of Pattaya Beach. It comprises many smaller archipelagos
and is ideal for diving to see corals. |
| For
more information, contact : |
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Pattaya City. |
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Tel.
(038) 429407-8 |
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TAT Central Region Office: Area 3 (Chon Buri). |
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Tel.
(038) 427667, 428750, fax (038) 429113 |
