Khao Chee Chan (Buddha Mountain)

Jutting out from the ground like a godly creation, Khao Chee Chan is a mesmerizing and must-visit place of interest located over towards Bangsaray near the Silverlake Vineyard.

Khao Chee Chan, also known as Buddha Mountain, is one of the most famous and popular tourist attractions in the Pattaya region. Home to the biggest Buddha image sculpted into a cliff face in gold, the height of the monument is 109 meters and 70 meters in width. 

Whether you are Buddhist or just want to see something interesting, let us take you on a stroll around the stunning gardens, and be sure to take some photos.

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 Fun Fact!

Your visit to Pattaya can not be complete without seeing the Buddha Mountain. You can enjoy the surroundings and even get closer to the mountain but there are some safety restrictions.

The Buddha Mountain in Pattaya

Many people come to Buddha Mountain Pattaya (aka Khao Chee Chan), to stare in awe at its beauty. You can’t actually go on the mountain, but you can get close enough to get a real feel for the size of the image. Inside the grounds of Khao Chee Chan, there are many food vendors and a souvenir shop, so be sure to stop by and have a look.

Visiting Khao Chee Chan is ideal for those traveling around the region on a day tour, where you can take in Buddha Mountain, Silverlake Vineyard, and Bangsaray Beach at the same time. This is the perfect Pattaya attraction for people of all ages and nationalities, giving you the chance to not only see something that is aesthetically beautiful but also to get closer to Thai culture.

Whether you are visiting the region for a long-term period or just a few days with friends, by yourself, or with your family and children, you definitely cannot afford to miss what is known as one of the must-see attractions in the Pattaya region.

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How to Visit Khao Chee Chan?

The location of Buddha Mountain is over towards the Bangsaray area. If you travel along Sukhumvit Road southbound for approximately 30-minutes, you will find Bangsaray and a sign to turn left to visit Khao Chee Chan and Silverlake Vineyard. The mountain is approximately a 2-mile drive along this road, which is also home to the increasingly popular Ramayana Water Park.

  Did You Know?

This monument was built in 1995 before this mountain provided construction materials. It was built in Honor of His Majesty King Bhumibol.

Why Visit Khao Chee Chan?

• Largest Buddha image on the side of a mountain
• Most famous and popular Pattaya attraction
• Must-visit for anyone who is Buddhist to pay their respects
• Stroll around the stunning gardens
• Great photo opportunities
• Onsite food vendors and souvenir shops

  Trivia!

The 109 meters high and 70 meters wide Buddha monument is made from 24K Gold.

Map & More Information 

Khao Chee Chan features a giant sculptural image of Lord Buddha erected on the giant cliff. It was built to honor His Majesty King Bhumibol on the occasion of his Golden Jubilee in 1995 and as an initiative from the then-Supreme Patriarch who felt it’s such a waste to let these marble mountains be destroyed.