Hat Puek
Tien has been developed as a tourist attraction
since 1982. The charm of this broad casuarinas-lined
white beach has attracted many visitors. Of
particular interest are the beach's cast sculptures
of characters from Phra Apai Manee, a story
penned by Thailand's greatest poet, Sunthornphu.
Sculptures include Phra Apai Manee, the pipe-playing
hero and Pi Suea Samut, a demon-woman. The sculptures
can be found on a man-made hill, 100 meters
offshore, built to stem coastal erosion in the
area.