Pattaya is located about 140 km southeast of Bangkok in the Gulf of Thailand, and as a holiday location, will satisfy even the most demanding of tourists.
Not even 50 years have passed since Pattaya was simply a small fishing village. Change came in 1959 when the region was visited by several U.S. soldiers who were based in Nakhon Ratchasim. And they rented a house and excited crystalline water remained here about a week. When they returned to base, the news of the existence of such a charming place began to spread rapidly. It was not long started coming here as other members of the army, later with their families.
Jomtien Beach is a section of Pattaya, a city in Thailand, located on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand about 165 km southeast of Bangkok in the province of Chonburi. It is located about 3 km south of South Pattaya and is home to many high-rise condominiums, beachside hotels, beaches and restaurants.
There was a construction boom in the last several years with many new condominiums as well as housing developments in the Jomtien area.It has become quite popular with Bangkokians seeking a second home and retired expats.The Jomtien Complex includes a large group of shophouses, many restaurants, bars and stores.