Often overlooked by the stunning beaches of Pattaya, The Million Years Stone Park has a lot to offer for the intrepid traveller. Read this simple guide to know what makes this exotic park one of the most alluring tourist sites on the island.
What is the park about?
Spreading across a 70-acre piece of land, the Million Years Stone Park and Pattaya crocodile farm is a spectacular theme park brimming with natural rock pools, bonsai trees, Thai- trained trees and a host of animals like buffalos and elephants. Interestingly, the park also shelters the famous Pattaya crocodile farm with the biggest collection of saltwater crocodiles in Thailand.
History of the park
Brought to life by Khun Suan Phanomwattanakul, a businessman with a deep love for nature, the Million Years Stone Park is an effort of 30 long years. Khun Suan has been fostering natural objects including Thai-style trained trees, fossilized tree trunks and stratified rocks over the years with the dream of building a haven of natural wonders for both the young and the old.
How to get there
Stationed at Tambon Nong Pla Lai From the Sukhumvit road, this incredible park is only 9 km away from Pattaya city. With Pattaya beach resorts surrounding the island, those staying at stunning abodes like Avani Pattaya Resort can add some spice to their coastline adventures by visiting this exotic park.
Things to see
One of the biggest highlights of the park is the thrilling crocodile shows that take place at different intervals of the day. These shows allow visitors to get up close with crocodiles and witness a live wrestle between these large reptiles and the trained staff. Added to this, visitors can also take pleasure in admiring the beauty of giant stones, flowers and dwarf trees enveloping the park.
