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Tourist Attractions of LanSaka District Nakhon Si Thammrat
| Khao Luang National Park |
covers many districts in the province with a land area of 597
square kilometers. The park has a winding mountain range, with the
Khao Luang peak, the highest of the peaks in southern Thailand at
1,835 meters above sea level. It is the watershed of more than 15
streams and rivers. The parks rainforest is home to a multitude of
tropical flora and fauna. There is a route that takes visitors
around the park to see unspoiled natural scenery, the variety of
wildlife and rare animal and plant species. The beauty and
completeness of the park, its fascinating nature, the parks efforts
to encourage the local community and tourists to be aware of the
importance of nature, and its excellent tourist service system have
all combined to help the park win the 1998 Thailand Tourism Award in
the natural destination category. For more information and
accommodation bookings, please contact Khao Luang National Park at
Karom waterfall, Tambon Khao Kaeo, P.O. Box 51, Amphoe Muang, Nakhon
Si Thammarat 80000, tel. (075) 309047. |
Karom waterfall |
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is 9 kilometers from the city on Highway No. 4016 and then onto
Highway No. 4015 on the left for 20 kilometers. The entrance to the
waterfall is on the right. The waterfall originated in the Nakhon Si
Thammarat mountain range and cascades down 19. Kings and royal
family members have visited this waterfall as evidenced by the
initials of King Rama V and King Rama VI carved there.
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Ban Khiri Wong |
is an ancient community which settled at the foot of Khao Luang
in Tambon Kamlon, a path up the mountain. This peaceful village is
like one big, happy family. The main occupation is growing mixed
fruits, such as mangosteen, rambutan, durian, and Sato. The village
was faced with catastrophe on November 21, 1988 when a flash flood
swept away some 100 houses. The local monastery and villagers still
maintain the damaged convocation hall and houses as monuments to
those who perished. Ban Khiri Wong is considered a prototype of
eco-tourism management and the place won the 1998 Thailand Tourism
Award in the city and community category. Residents have developed
tourism services like trekking tours, porters and homestay programs
through the Eco-tourism Club. Tourists can appreciate the way of
life here all year round, with the most attractive time during July
to September when fruits are on sale. Trekking up Khao Luang must
start at Ban Khiri Wong. One can get to the village by taking a
mini-bus from Talat Yao. Buses depart from 07.00-16.00 hrs. The fare
is 17 baht. Alternatively, one can drive on the Amphoe Muang-Lan
Saka route for 26 kilometers. The sign pointing to the village is at
Km. 20 on the right. Please contact the Kamlon Administration Office
at tel. (075) 309010. |
Khao Luang peak |
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Features a trekking activity to enjoy nature on the Ban Khiri
Wong-Khao Luang peak route. The normal trekking time is 2 nights and
3 days. Permission can be obtained from Khao Luang National Park and
Kamlon Administration Office. They will facilitate the trek and
provide ecotourism services by the community. Treks are in groups of
10. The best time for this is from January to June.
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