Museums — Pattaya

Sanctuary of Truth — a wooden temple that, according to the Thais, was built without a single nail. Construction began in 1981 and is still ongoing. The site was originally planned as a tourist complex, but Buddhist monks persuaded the millionaire owner to build a temple instead. All the decoration is handmade and craftsmen are still working, so every visitor is given a hard hat at the entrance for safety. The Sanctuary of Truth brings together the religions of the East, reflecting their cultures and customs. Inside the complex is divided into four sections dedicated to Thailand, India, China and Cambodia. It's hard to understand the meaning of the frescoes, images and installations on your own, so you can hire a guide, although there are English signs by each zone. Opening hours: 08:00–20:30. Entrance from 08:00 to 18:00 — 500 baht, but you can buy a ticket on Klook for 400. Entrance after 18:00 costs 700 baht.