H.R.H. Admiral Krom Luang Chumphon Khet Udomsak—Pattaya City, Thailand - Statues of Historic Figures on Waymarking.com

Admiral Krom Luang Chumphon Khet Udomsak (1880-1923) is considered to be the father of the Royal Thai Navy. He is also known as Admiral Prince Abhakara Kiartivongse. The simplest means of ensuring a correct designation is to refer to him as Admiral Chumphon.

He was the 28th son of the prominent Thai King Rama V, and he showed an early interest and ability in nautical matters. He spent six years in the UK studying at the Royal Naval Academy. Upon his return to Siam (Thailand) he held a number of important positions in the Royal Thai navy. He is noted for modernising the navy and creating a professional officer corps. He became the Commander of the Navy in 1922.

In addition to his naval studies the Prince is also known as a herbal doctor, a boxer, and artistic painting. He is well remembered in Thailand. The anniversary of his death, May 19, is the Royal Thai Navy Day.


This statue of the admiral is located on the Pattaya Hill lookout point, a little south of the Pattaya city. It seems larger than life-sized, black in colour, and the admiral (not surprisingly) is attired in a naval uniform. The admiral faces outward, looking towards the ocean. The statue stands on a plinth with a biographical plaque (in Thai). As with most public statues in Thailand this is also a shrine. Entry is free between 07.00-22.00 daily. An excellent panoramic view of the City and Bay can be had from this location. The hill is also home to many other tourist spots.

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