Hua Hin Train Station, built during the time of King Rama VI, is a mix of Thai and Western architecture. Its building is made up of wood which is usually how buildings were made in the past in Thailand but the design is certainly Western and that too Victorian. In its initial days the station used to act as the royal waiting room and the area around it was best known for its posh vacation offerings. It is one of the oldest in Thailand and the waiting room is certainly the main highlight of the railway station. Its design resembles the Maruekkhathayawan Palace and hence is a ‘must visit’ if one is staying in Hua Hin.
Hua Hin Train Station
Posted on: 26th February 2016
Posted by: arthit
Main Attractions near Hua Hin Train Station
‘Hua Hin Hotel Siam’ was the first luxury hotel which was constructed in the area to facilitate and accommodate the tourists. This hotel was also designed by the architect who was also the mind behind the design of the railway station- A Rigazzi. It was just the beginning, by 1926 Hua Hin was one of the most loved destination places packaged with a luxury hotel, royal palaces and a gigantic 9-hole golf course.
History of the Station
The railway line that passes through this railway station connects Penang to Singapore. Hence 1920s saw the rise of Hua Hin which became the talk of the ton as it came into the limelight as Klai Kangwon Palace was constructed by the king. The palace became the ultimate bate for the tourists and the availability of the railway made it ever more alluring and easily accessible. History provides evidence to the fact that establishment of the railway station was the milestone that led to the birth of Hua Hin for the town was literally built around Hua Hin Railway Station.
Renting a car from us at Hua Hin Airport facilitates one to visit each and every attraction of the town in an easy manner as compared to traveling through public transport. So, grasp this opportunity and ride through the roads of Hua Hin in your rental car.