Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan), Pattaya: Tips & Nearby Sights

Discover Khao Chi Chan, the world’s largest golden Buddha carved into a mountain near Pattaya. This stunning landmark, laser-etched and gold-filled, offers breathtaking views and peaceful gardens. Explore nearby attractions, enjoy local food, and experience Thailand’s rich culture. Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Let’s dive in!

A giant golden Buddha carved into stone

Buddha Mountain is a super-sized Buddha image on a rock celebrating the 50th birthday of King Bhumibol (King Rama IX). You can see the rock from a great distance. The Buddha image was laser carved into the rock and then filled with gold leaf. Buddha Mountain, also called Khao Chi Chan, is 130 meters high and 70 meters wide and the largest Buddha in the world! Khao Chi Chan is located in the middle of a beautifully landscaped garden with ponds and a number of small temples. At the entrance you will find restaurants, street food stalls and souvenir shops. Among other things, a framed picture of Buddha Mountain is for sale here if you don’t like your own pictures enough.

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General information about Khao Chi Chan (Buddha Mountain Pataya)

Open: Daily from 06:00 – 21:00 hours.
Price: Admission is free but donations are welcome. A cab from Pattaya costs about 500 to 600 baht for a one-way trip.
Location: Google Maps

Tip

Combine Khao Chi Chan with one of the other attractions nearby. Ramayana Water Park is 5 km and Nong Nooch Garden is 7 km away.