Bang Saen

Bang Saen is a beach town on the Eastern Gulf Coast of Thailand. and is the closest beach to Bangkok.

Introduction to Bang Saen

Bang Saen is a town that is well known throughout Thailand. and is the closest friendly beach getaway spot from Bangkok as well as any provinces north of Chonburi. Most visitors typically come from provinces to the north and northeast of Chonburi. It is much closer, cheaper and less hassle free than Hua Hin's beaches or Pattaya's beaches.

Bang Saen is a sleepy town weekdays. The town is a host to a major university, Burapha University. During the day, most of the people you will see are students. On weekends, travellers, families and groups of friends come from surrounding areas or other provinces in Thailand to spend a day at the beach.

Nearly all of the visitors to Bang Saen are (Thai). There are foreign tourists all year round, though they are small in number. There is a Scandinavian Village in Bang Saen, with probably 200-300 residents. Many menus and shop names are in English as well as (Thai).

Bangsaen Beach legend

The story goes that there was a fisherman's village that had Kamnun Bire as the headman. He was widowed and had a handsome son, who was named Saen. Many ladies in the village aimed to marry him, but he did not care about any of them. One day, Saen went to play with a kite on the beach, but the waves and the wind were very strong, so the string snapped and his kite flew away. After the storm gradually subsided, Saen tried to find his kite, so he climbed a mountain. Then he found a lady who had picked up his kite on the mountain peak. Her name was Sammuk and she was so beautiful that Saen fell in love with her. He wanted her to give his kite back they got to know each other. After that, he came to see her every day and both of them loved each other more and more. A couple of months later, Saen gave a ring to Sammuk and promised that they would love each other till the end of the world. If they broke the promise and they would commit suicide by jumping down the mountain where both of them first met. Then one day, Bire found out the truth then he was furious and did not allow Saen to see Sammuk. She waited for Saen every day until she heard a rumor that Bire would provide a lady to marry Saen. Both Sammuk and Saen felt sad, but they could not do anything. During blessed water ceremony on the wedding day, Sammuk turned over the ring to Saen and jumped off the mountain instantly. She jumped off the mountain as they had promised and then Saen jumped off following Sammuk. Bire was very upset and built a memorial monument for Saen and Sammuk.

Travel to Bang Saen

The only way into Bang Saen is by van or bus. It is close to Sukhumvit Rd. So you can take transport directly into Bang Saen, or take any transport that goes along Sukhumvit (which is either to or from Bangkok or Pattaya).

Bus from Bangkok
Arrive at Bang Saen either directly or via Pattaya. If you take a bus to Pattaya, you must get off at Nong Monday Markets (tell the bus driver you want to stop at Nong Mon). You can take a bus to Pattaya or Bang Saen from Mor Chit or Ekamai bus stations in Bangkok. The thing about taking a bus to Pattaya is that they come far more often and the buses to Bang Saen may only stop at Nong Mon and continue further south anyway.

Minibus
Minibus stations are at Victory Monument in Bangkok. There are a few stations that go to Bang Saen. There is one very close to Center One (just outside of McDonalds) and there is one next to Century Plaza. They are the quickest ways to Bang Saen and go directly into Bang Saen and stop at either Laem Thong or near Burapha Hospital, though it depends the company. If you can't find a shuttle van to Bang Saen, you can take a shuttle van to Pattaya, but ensure that you get off at Nong Monday (tell the van driver specifically).

From Nong Monday into Bang Saen via songthaew (red bus)
Songthaews will always travel to and from Bang Saen Sai 2. Sometimes though for special occasions they will travel to and from Bang Saen Sai 1. Tell the driver where you would like to go to. The trip is 10 Baht, paid on exiting, although it could be 15 or even 20 Baht if late at night.

Taxis cost from 700-800 Baht from Bangkok to Bang Saen (excluding the expressway tolls). Expect about 500-600 Baht from Suvarnabhumi Airport (excluding the 50 airport fee and expressway tolls).

If you are going from Pattaya, take a bus to Bangkok and ask the driver to stop at Nong Mon.

Get Around in Bang Saen

There are two main transportation methods in Bang Saen. Either a motorcycle taxi or a songthaew.

What to see in Bang Saen

• Institute of Marine Science Aquarium and Museum - สถาบันวิทยาศาสตร์ทางทะเล | A modern aquarium with a realistic underwater environment.

Muslim Travel Tips

• Bang Saen Beach - หาดบางแสน | A well-known holiday beach only 14 kilometers from the provincial town. In 1943 and the government built the first holiday resort in the nation here.

• Ko Pra Sai Wan Lai Festival | Based on an ancient tradition formerly called the Wan Lai Merit-Making Ceremony. Villagers from various places gather to make merit for the (Thai) New Year (Songkran). Activities include building sand stupas, water-throwing, games and folk sports.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Bang Saen

Bang Saen - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Bang Saen, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bang Saen. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Bang Saen and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Bang Saen. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Bang Saen. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Bang Saen: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Bang Saen.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Bang Saen: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Bang Saen, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Bang Saen.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Bang Saen, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Bang Saen, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Bang Saen, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Bang Saen, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Bang Saen without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bang Saen is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Bang Saen.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bang Saen

Ramadan 2025 in Bang Saen

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Check for the best Hotel rates in Baeng Saen.

There is a whole range of lodging, from the cheapest being a small fan room for 150 Baht to luxury hotels for 3,000 Baht.

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• Chonburi
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