History of Pattaya

In fact only 40 years ago Pattaya as we know it today, didn't even exist. On the stretch of coast between Sriracha and Sattahip, there were only a small number of fishing villages and in Pattaya bay itself, there were just a few fishing families who had settled here because of the calm waters and the safety of the bay, protected headlands to the North and South and by mountains behind. Their nearest neighbors lived just around the headland to the north, where, in the old days salt used to be produced (Naa-Klua = salt fields) but where there were now mainly fishing families. People traveled about by foot or by bullock carts because, except of the main road from Bangkok to Sattahip, only a few dirt roads and tracks existed.

Nevertheless, the bay and nearby islands provided good, safe fishing and more and more families came here to settle down, Gradually a village developed. At first was know as Tupphraya the general name for the area which dated back to the time when Pharaya Taksin (Duke Taksin) camped near here with the followers he had gathered to help free Thailand from the Burmese (Tupphraya - the Pharaya' - army)

As the village grew, the villagers wanted to give it a separate identity, so they adopted the name of Pattaya,which was the name they used for the strong winds which came from the South West at the beginning of every rainy season.

The pace of life was slow and it seemed as if Pattaya would remain an out-of-the-way place forever. Even up to 30 years ago there were only a few buses serving the 100 or more families who lived here and visitors from elsewhere were few and far between. But things were destined to change and as usual, it was a war (the Vietnam War) which changed them. The U.S.A. sent soldiers to build the air base at U Tapao and many of these took to spending their leisure time and money in Pattaya.

The beaches were clean in those days and the sea breezes made it pleasant and cool. People in the surrounding areas were quick to spot the business opportunities and bars guesthouses begun to spring up. The fisher - folk probably resented this intrusion, but it provided a good market for their catches and they soon got on the bandwagon by offering fishing trips to Koh Larn for about 50 Baht per head. Gradually, visitors from Bangkok also begun to use the resort at weekends, although the trip was a tiring 3 to 4 hours on the two-lane road.
Later the US Military based in Thailand begun to use Pattaya for rest and recreation (R&R) and bigger hotels and entertainment places (including the oldest profession of them all) were built to cater for them. Thus the' 60s and' 70s saw the most rapid change and development. In 1964 in view of its new importance, Pattata was raised to the status of a village and in 1979, elevated to that of a Teasban Nakhon (Municipality), responsible now for its own administration.
Today Pattaya is Thailand's premier beach resort and attracts annually more than a million tourists from all over the world. Pattaya provides high standard hotels, restaurants, sports, entertainment and shopping facilities. The resort is Thailand's most important diving center and the east coast is also a paradise for golfers. WELCOME TO PATTAYA

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Ayutthaya The World Heritage

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The ancient city of Ayutthaya, or Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, The Thai capital for 417 years, is one of Thailand's major tourist attractions. Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen in a city that was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong when the Thais were forced southwards by northern neighbours. During the period of Ayutthaya being the Thai capital, 33 Kings of different dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was sacked by the Burmese in 1767.

Ayutthaya is 76 kilometers north of Bangkok and boasts numerous magnificent ruins. Such ruins indicate that Ayutthaya was one of Indo - China's most prosperous cities. Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya a Historical Park, a vast stretch of historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's list of world heritage since 13 December ,1991.

Ayutthaya covers 2,556 square kilometers, and is administratively divided into 16 districts (Amphoes). It is conveniently accessible due to good roads and a short distance from Bangkok. Click more detail tour and hotel

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Is There Too Much on My Plate

By: Angie Taylor
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Every time I want to start something new or volunteer for something my husband asks, "Don't you have enough to do?"That question tends to bother me but it does cause me to take inventory of what I already have on my plate to make sure there is room for more. That question also tends to give me the "I'll show you" attitude that can get me into trouble if I'm not careful.Below is the list of everything on my current plate...* Mother to 8 (9 if you include my husband)* Housekeeper (that in itself is a big job in a family this size)* Chef* Mediator* Peace Maker* Student -- working on my Doctorate* Teacher -- home schooling children* Church callings -- teaching Youth Sunday School and Music Director* Community Service -- 24/7 mother-to-mother breast feeding support* Childbirth Educator* Small Business owner* Professional Labor Assistant (Doula)* Friend* Wife* Daughter* Sister* Landscaper (okay so all I do is mow the lawn but it's 5 acres of lawn)* Grocery Shopper* Chief Financial Officer -- I write the checks for the billsOkay, I'll stop there. You know that I could keep going. There really is no such thing as "just a mom". You are aware of that, right? We all have lots on our plates. Sometimes I do feel as though mine is overflowing. Usually when I get to that point the Lord places one more item there for good measure. I guess He wants to remind me that with Him nothing is impossible even though some days going to bed at a descent hour has felt near impossible.I have lots of people ask me, "How do you do it?" My response is always the same, "One day at a time." Sometimes one hour at a time, like today. I try not to spread myself thin but there are days when it can't be helped. When you have a car breakdown leaving a teenager stranded you must re-evaluate the day and make obvious changes. What will I put on the back burner today? Thankfully that doesn't happen too often.So do I have a full plate? Not too full for me. I love to stay busy. I also love change and the things on my list help me to experience change frequently throughout my day. As if the change brought about daily just with having eight kids isn't enough, right?!Now obviously there are things on my plate that I can't remove like everything that is a part of being a wife and mother. The other items help me to remember that I'm not JUST a wife and mother. I am a person with her own interests, dreams and goals. Now my family is a very big part of who I am and where I will end up in my life. I love how much I've grown as I've experienced my life so far. I know that some items on my current list will change and even end like working on my doctorate but I also know that I will replace them with other interests.So I'm wondering now if I need to change plates? Perhaps the plate I am currently trying to fill is a large dinner plate and perhaps I need a salad plate or saucer....changing plates just might help me see how full my plate really is thereby stopping me from adding anymore? Doubtful -- possible but doubtful. I like the feeling I get when I'm being pushed to get something done. Without that feeling, without lots to get done I'm afraid I'd just sit down and do nothing.Is your plate too full? Perhaps it's not full enough. Take a moment right now and list what's on your plate. Make necessary changes and make sure it's a nice balance -- you can't just have things on your plate that revolve around your family. You must have some items on your plate that are for you. Make sure you are involving every part of who you are in every part of your day.