The seven royal statues
Central square
Bronze statues about 14 metres tall of Kings Ram Khamhaeng, Naresuan, Narai, Taksin, Rama I, Rama IV and Rama V stand side by side.
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Hua Hin, Thailand
Rajabhakti Park
A large park with giant bronze statues of seven great Thai kings, from Sukhothai to Rattanakosin.
Favourite places
Exhibition hall
Below the statues
Displays explain the life and achievements of each king and the eras of Thai history they stand for.
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In front of the statues
The wide square used for ceremonies, with the best view of all seven statues together.
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Historical places
Kings of the Thai kingdoms
Rajabhakti Park
The statues trace Thai history from the Sukhothai kingdom (Ram Khamhaeng) through Ayutthaya (Naresuan, Narai) and Thonburi (Taksin) to the Rattanakosin era of Bangkok (Rama I, Rama IV, Rama V).
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Local food
Khanom mo kaeng
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A baked coconut and egg custard, the famous sweet of nearby Phetchaburi province.
Pineapple
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Prachuap Khiri Khan province is known for sweet pineapples, sold fresh by roadside vendors.
Where to eat
Hua Hin Night Market
Town centre
Head back into town for seafood and street food in the evening.
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Khao Takiab
Seafood by the fishing harbour, on the way back to town.
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Where to stay
Khao Takiab
Hua Hin, Thailand
South Hua Hin, the closest beach area to the park.
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Central base with the most hotels and restaurants.
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Culture
The park honours past kings and is treated with deep respect in Thailand. Wear clothes that cover shoulders and knees, behave quietly, and do not pose disrespectfully in photos. Criticism of the monarchy is a serious offence under Thai law.
History
Opened in 2015 on army land, Rajabhakti Park honours King Ram Khamhaeng, King Naresuan, King Taksin and four other kings with 14-metre statues. A small exhibition explains each king's role in Thai history.
Tour plans
Kings and coast
Half dayStep 1: Rajabhakti Park
See the statues in the morning and visit the exhibition.
Step 2: Khao Takiab
Drive to the hill temple and the standing Buddha.
Step 3: Seafood lunch
Eat near the Khao Takiab fishing harbour.
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Travel information
Best time to visit
December to April, in the early morning or late afternoon — the statues stand in an open square with little shade.
How to get there
About 15 minutes south of Hua Hin town by car.
Getting around
Rajabhakti Park is on army land south of town, about 15 minutes by car. Go by Grab, a hired car or a tuk-tuk on an agreed fare; there is no convenient songthaew to the gate.
Travel tips
Dress respectfully (covered shoulders and knees).
