Sanctuary of Truth Tour
DEPARTURE TIMES: 09:00AM, 13:00AM, 15:00PM
DURATION: APPROX. 3-4 HOURS (HALF DAY)
PRICE:
ADULTS: AUD 44 PER PERSON
CHILD: AUD 35 PER PERSON
TYPE OF TOUR: JOIN IN (MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS)
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ITINERARY
09:00 hrs/ 13:00 hrs/ 15:00 hrs: The Sanctuary of Truth is an amazing wooden building right on the beach in the Northern part of Pattaya. The building has been under construction now for more than 20 years, and it might take another 15 years before it is finished.
The Sanctuary of Truth is completely made out of wood and all the delicate carvings are done by hand. A huge number of woodcarvers are at work here every day carving out the various figures.
The huge building is more than 100 meters high. The Sanctuary of Truth, which is also called Prasat Satchatham or Prasat Sut Ja-Tum is not in use as a temple. It is built on an area of almost one acre on Rachvate Cape overlooking the sea in Northern Pattaya.
The architectural style is inspired by Buddhist and Hindu beliefs. Each of the four corners has a tower with figures from Thai, Cambodian, Indian and Chinese beliefs and legends. One of the concepts behind the Sanctuary was that human civilization was conceived from religious and philosophical truths and art.
The wooden art is used to express the beliefs of Eastern philosophy, Buddhist and Hindu beliefs. A number of carvings represent scenes from the ancient Indian epics Mahabharata and Ramayana and tell tales about the battle of good versus evil, wisdom versus ignorance.
Ancient Eastern wisdoms, like the the belief that materialistic things are temporary, while truth, goodness and happiness are eternal, are told through the carvings.
Visiting the Sanctuary you will join a tour group with an English speaking tour guide, who will be able to explain about the concepts and ideas behind the building. Be sure to spend some time looking at the hand crafted details of the wood carvings. In the workshop you can see a huge number of craftsmen working on the ornate sculptures, all of them hand carved from wood.
The Sanctuary of Truth makes for a memorable trip, with lots of photo opportunities, on a peaceful location right at the sea and close to most major Pattaya hotels.
Note: The rates are per person in Australian Dollars (AUD) inclusive of all taxes.
Inclusions:
Hotel Pick-Up & Drop Off (From hotels within Pattaya)
Air-conditioned vehicles with experienced driver
English speaking licensed guide
All admission fees as mentioned in the program
Exclusions:
Personal expenses such as drinks, insurance, tips for driver, etc
Other service not mentioned on this program
Meals
Join-In Tour Child Policy:
For children under 2 years - "Free" of charge
For Children 3-11 - 20% off Adult Rate
For children over 12 years old - Normal Adult Price
Private Tour Child Policy:
For children under 2 years - "Free" of charge
For Children 3-11 - 40% off Adult Rate
For children over 12 years old - Normal Adult Price