Apart from a great deal of historical tourist attractions, Kamphaeng Phet has also impressive places of natural beauty:
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 Mae Wong
National Park Mae Wong Forest |
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is a joint area of two provinces namely
Kamphaeng Phet and
Nakhon Sawan. The forest in Nakhon Sawan is called Mae Wong-Mae Poen Forest. Another part in Kamphaeng Phet is called
Khlong Mae Wong Forest-Khlong Khlung Forest. It was announced to be a national park since September 14,1987. The park
covers the whole area of 894 kms. or 558, 750 rai. Its area of about 279,050 rai is under the administration of Kamphaeng
Phet Province. Among its tourist attractions are Kang Pha Nang Khoi (Phra Nang Khoi Islet), Bo Nam Un (Warm Water Well),
scenic points, Chong Lom (Mountain hole), Mae Krasa Waterfall, Mae Ki Waterfall, Mae Wong Waterfall, Mo Ko Chou Hill Top
etc.
Transport
Travelers can use the route to Khlong Lan National Park. Along the route Khlong Lan-Um Phang, drive straight on from the
turning to Khlong Lan Market for about 19 kms. before reaching the headquarters of Mae Wong National Park. The park
accommodation is available for tourists. |
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Khlong Lan National
Park |
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 This park is located about 42
kilometers west of Kamphaeng Phet. An asphalt road leads to the waterfall. A medium-size, it flows year round. In the
vicinity of the waterfall, there are several hill tribe villages, and one may see Yao, Mhong and Karen people.
For accommodation in the National Park, contact National Park Division, Forestry Department, Phahonyothin Road, BANGKOK
10900. Tel:579-0529, 579-4842. |
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Namtok Khlong
Nam Lai (Pang Kwai) |
| This 9-leveled waterfall is located 16 kms. from Khlong Lan
Waterfall and there is access road to the waterfall itself. It has been established as a National Park and it flows
year-round. |
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Khao Son Forest Park |
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This park is situated in Tambon Kosamphi west of Kamphaeng Phet.
It is another major tourist attraction developed by the Province as a natural resort. Trip to the park begins from the
township area at Km.358 of Kamphaeng Phet-Tak Highway. Turn left at Km.380 and follow the 9 kms. access to the arboretum. |
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Khlong Wang Chao
National Park |
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This National Park is located in Muang District. It has a genuine
description of forest for you to explore, including the hills, waterfalls, and mountain streams in the condition of their
natural beauty and existence. |
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Namtok Wang Chomphu |
| It is located about 30 kms. far from town along the route
Kamphaeng Phet-Tak. This small waterfall flows in the rainy season. |
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Phra Ruang Hot Spring |
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The spring's hot water is believed to be mineral water capable of
curing a number of disease and for relieving pain. The spring is about 25 kms. away from the Province's administration
seat. |
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Sa Ta Phrom Spring |
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It is located at km.292 on the left of the route Kamphaeng
Phet-Nakhon Sawan in Tambon Don Taeng, Amphoe Khanu Woralakburi. Its water gushes highly about 2 meters and can be noticed
from the distance. This is a natural phenomenon which is rarely found in Thailand. |
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