New Shrine Cave Opens Near Bangkok, Draws Luck-Seeking Pilgrims

Travelers drawn to quirky landmarks are invited to visit Chindamani Cave, a tourist attraction in Chonburi Province, where they can admire limestone formations and see the world's largest cashew nut father statue, a must-see for numerology enthusiasts. For those seeking nearby getaways, Chonburi is an ideal choice, requiring less than an hour of travel while offering natural beauty and spiritual blessings.

Chindamani Cave, housing the world's largest cashew nut father statue, is located at 999/99 Pa Sengiem Alley in Muang 7, Bo Wen Subdistrict, Sri Racha District, Chonburi Province. The site has become a trending new landmark, particularly for folk devotees, after gaining viral attention on social media when visitors reported winning government lottery prizes worth 12 million baht. The shrine now attracts daily crowds seeking blessings from sacred objects including the giant cashew nut father statue, the black serpent deity Nil Kalanakarat, and other spirits believed to bring luck and fortune.

Beyond the spiritual significance, the cave area offers a peaceful, shaded atmosphere suitable for relaxation, whether visiting with friends, family, or companions. After closure for renovation from April 4, 2568, the cave reopened officially on August 12, 2569, and currently operates free of charge daily except Wednesdays from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Offering sets are sold at the entrance for 50, 80, or 100 baht, and car parking costs 20 baht per vehicle while motorcycles park free.

Devotion offerings inside the cave include the world's largest cashew nut father statue for luck and financial blessings, the black serpent deity Nil Kalanakarat, butterfly sea spirit, fortune-granting grandfather, and the white grandmother spirit. The surrounding area features daily deity statues believed to possess great spiritual power. Given the large open-air setting and hot weather, visitors are advised to bring umbrellas, hats, and portable fans.