Nong Nooch Pattaya flower gardens

In 1954 Mr and Mrs Nong Nooch purchased the land in Pattaya, originally the idea was to use this as farm land but they had been inspired by an overseas trip and decided to turn the land into tropical flower gardens. Originally created for preservation of tropical plant species the gardens had been later turned into a recreational and tourist attraction. The word Suan indicates garden, so the name translated into English means Nong Nooch (family members) gardens. The garden is now run by their son Mr. Kampon Tansacha

The Nong Nooch Pattaya flower garden is now a popular attraction and the gorgeous garden is now utilised as a venue to host a number of distinct events. These events range from flower shows, florist exhibitions, botanical analysis, preservation, eductation and for the promotion of tourism in Pattaya. The most notable use of the Pattaya Flowers gardens is for the Thai Cultural Show which is a yearly event in Pattaya.

Each and every day the flower gardens obtain over 2000 visitors, numerous of these vistors come from other areas in Thailand but a lot of travel from other parts of Asia and all over the world to pay a visit to these stunning gardens. The flower gardens are kept in immaculate form and they are constantly becoming upgraded with new flowers being added on a daily basis.
The Thai cultural show and dances occur every day, the y generally start with The Elephant Show where Elephants are subjected to humiliation by becoming made to play football, ride motorbikes and dancing. This is one of the much more controversial aspects of the flower show and they are contemplating stopping these performances. To Thai men and women Elephants are admired and have an practically holy status, but to foreigners and animal rights activists this use of Elephants is frequently considered unacceptable.

There are a number of cultural performances per day which include dancing, and theatrical displays of Thai history and culture.

Nong Nuch Flower gardens in Pattaya are situated on the old Sukhumvit Road, which is the joining road between Bangkok and Pattaya. The easiest way from downtown Pattaya to the flower gardens is by Taxi. Local flower garden tours can also be booked from travel agents in Pattaya. Shop around for the finest prices given that they can vary considerably.