Hat Cha-Am - A tranquil beach which is a favourite with most Thai and foreign visitors. Apart from the exquisite picture presented by this magnificent white sandy beach, it also provides a wide choice of recreational areas for visitors. It is easy to visit this beach by private car, travelling along is Wat Nearan Chayaram, where visitors like to pay their respects to Phra Sang Gaj Gai, located on the coast.This beach is located 41 kms. from the township area where a two kilometer road branches off on the left to the beach. Cha-Am Beach is the most beautiful beach of Chang-wat Phetchaburi. Originally, Cha-Am was a tambon of Amphoe Nong Jok. After Hua Hin became popular, thus causing its land to become occupied by high rank and royal family members. They tried to locate a new resort location and under the leadership of HRH. Prince Narathip they recognized that Cha-Am Beach was just as beautiful as Hua Hin Beach. Since then Cha-Am has become much more well known to the public. It was developed and promoted, and now has a district status.