Khao Takiab (Chopstick Hill) is a forested limestone hill at the southern end of Hua Hin's beach, crowned by a large golden Buddha statue visible from far along the coast. The hill is covered with temples and shrines, and home to a troop of monkeys who have made themselves thoroughly at home among the sacred buildings.
The climb to the top takes about 20 minutes on a path through the trees. The views from the summit take in the full sweep of Hua Hin beach to the north and Khao Takiab Bay to the south. The golden Buddha figure at the top is a major focus of local devotion and the site is busy with Thai worshippers, especially on weekends.