Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1972, and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1991 together with the adjoining Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary. The wildlife sanctuary stretches over an area of about 3,647.2 kilometer square and is the largest protected area in Thailand.

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Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary

Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary

53.05km from Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Thung Yai-Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary World Heritage property lies in Uthai Thani province in the west of Thailand, alongside the border with Myanmar. The unspoiled nature of the reserve makes it an ideal home to various rare and endangered animals such as wild water buffalo, Indochinese tiger, Asian elephant, tapir, leopard, banteng, etc.

Three Pagodas Pass

Three Pagodas Pass

57.3km from Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Three Pagodas Pass is on the Thai-Myanmar border but accessible to foreigners only from the Thai side. It is located between Sangkhlaburi in Thailand and Payathonzu in Myanmar. It s was for centuries along the main land route between India and South East Asia. The strategic location was last exploited by the Japanese during World War II, who used POW labor to build the infamous Death Railway to ferry supplies across.

Thi Lo Su Waterfall

Thi Lo Su Waterfall

68.26km from Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Thi Lo Su Waterfallis is claimed to be the largest and highest waterfall in Thailand.

Vajiralongkorn Dam

Vajiralongkorn Dam

68.57km from Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Formerly known as Khao Laem Dam, Vajiralongkorn Dam is one of major dams in Thailand. It is a rockfill dam made of reinforced concrete, measured 92 metres high, 10-metre-wide weir and stretch 1,019 metres across the Khwae Noi River. The main purpose is to generate hydro electricity as well as collect flood water and supply water for agriculture. The construction of the dam creates a scenic lake you should take a cruise along to enjoy the views.

Phutoei National Park

Phutoei National Park

68.71km from Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Phu Toei national park is located in the north-western tip of Suphanburi province. It is home to waterfalls, caves, river streams, hills covered with dry and moist evergreen forests.

Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park

Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park

84.59km from Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park is located 97 km. north of Kanchanaburi town in Nong Prue District. With an area of 59 square kilometres The park’s main attractions are its cave systems. 300 metres long Tham Than Lot Noi features many large stalactites and stalagmites. Tham Than Lot Yai also features stalactites and stalagmites in addition to being a site where ancient skeletal remains and weapons have been found.

Discover More Attractions in Tak, Home of Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

Tak

Tak

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Tak was a historical kingdom built over 2,000 years ago, even before the Sukhothai period. The Bhumibol Dam in the northern part of Tak is its most popular tourist attraction.

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