Chinese Heritage Gem
Pattaya

Discover Anek Kusala (aka Viharn Sien), a captivating museum just a short 15km ride south of Pattaya city. Showcasing an exquisite collection of ancient Chinese art and artifacts, the museum is a tribute to Chinese heritage.

The main building in the Viharn Sien complex is a three-storey structure with decorative pavilions. Visitors are greeted at the entrance by two Chinese lions along with Shaolin monks in martial arts poses that date back centuries. Inside, be prepared to be awed by the permanent exhibition of replica Terracotta Warriors and horse chariots from historic burial sites in Xian. The museum also houses a treasure trove of Chinese pottery spanning numerous dynasties, including artefacts dating as far back as 3,000 years.

Open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5.30pm. Admission is 50 baht per person. 1000 Moo 11, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri, +66 (0) 38 343 555