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Anek Kuson Sala (Viharn Sien)

Anek Kuson Sala (Viharn Sien) is a museum in Bang Saray for visitors planning a local outing.

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What awaits at Anek Kuson Sala (Viharn Sien)

Set in Bang Saray, this museum works best for visitors planning a local outing. Visitors can experience chinese art and antiquities and temple-style museum and shrine.

What visitors can use at Anek Kuson Sala (Viharn Sien)

Facilities include indoor galleries and near Wat Yansangwararam. No attributed guest rating is published. It is well outside central Pattaya. Current first-party hours were not found. Confirm last admission, ticket conditions, and any age or access restrictions before traveling. Allow extra transport time when the visit depends on a fixed show or entry slot. Save the address, ticket details, and any booking confirmation offline so arrival does not depend on a working mobile connection.

Bang Saray planning from Near Wat Yansangwararam

Ticket prices aren’t published — confirm current costs before committing. Opening hours aren’t published; confirm before traveling. Address: Near Wat Yansangwararam, Huai Yai, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri.

  • Phone: +66 38 343 555-6
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Known for
Chinese art and antiquities · Temple-style museum and shrine

More planning notes

  • It is well outside central Pattaya
  • Current first-party hours were not found

The details

Contact

Phone

+66 38 343 555-6

On site

Facilities

  • Indoor galleries
  • Near Wat Yansangwararam

Listing details

Type
museum
Hours
Opening hours aren't published; confirm before traveling.
Time needed
1–3 hours

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Highlights

  • Chinese art and antiquities
  • Temple-style museum and shrine
  • Indoor galleries
  • Near Wat Yansangwararam

Insider tips

  • It is well outside central Pattaya
  • Current first-party hours were not found
  • Confirm ticket prices before traveling
  • Confirm opening hours before traveling

Frequently asked questions

Is Anek Kuson Sala (Viharn Sien) open?

Yes. It is operating as a museum as of July 2026.

Where is Anek Kuson Sala (Viharn Sien)?

Near Wat Yansangwararam, Huai Yai, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri

What can visitors do there?

It offers chinese art and antiquities and temple-style museum and shrine.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours aren't published; confirm before traveling.

How much does it cost?

Ticket prices aren't published; confirm current costs directly.

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  1. thaiholidayguide.com · accessed
  2. Official website · accessed
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