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Amphoe Pak Thong Chai
Lam Phra Phloeng Dam
Locals come to relax, eat, fish, and enjoy the scenery at
this Dam, which is under the jurisdiction of the Royal Irrigation
Department. In addition, visitors can rent a long-tail boat to tour
the reservoir, travel to Khlong Ki Waterfall or Khun Chon Waterfall.
Each round-trip journey is about 3-4 hours there. For visitors interested
in staying overnight there are lodges for rent at the Dam. The Dam
can be reached by taking Highway No.314 past the district for 4
kilometers then turn right and drive for 28 kilometers. For more
information, contact the Lam Phra Phloeng Water Supply and Maintenance
Project at tel. 0-4437-3184 ext. 114. For more information about
boat trips, contact Lam Phra Phloeng Dam Club at tel. 0-4437-3184
ext. 117.
Namtok Huay Yai
This small waterfall, which flows past 2 large boulders,
is a tourist attraction under the care of Thap Lan National Park.
It should be noted that the waterfall only has water only in the
rainy season or between July and September. To reach the waterfall,
take Highway No. 304 to the market at the 79 kilometer marker and
proceed for 6 kilometers. The entrance is a sloped walkway about
20 meters long.
Sakaerat Environmental Research Station
This is a research center of plant species in the northeastern
jungles and is open to groups interested in organizing eco-tours.
The center has an area of about 78 square kilometers (48,750 rai)
that is comprised mainly of dry jungles and hardwood forests. Many
animals are found here, including wild boars, pheasants and a variety
of birds. Visitors can see the surrounding vast green jungle as
well as Khao Phaeng Ma further from a tower built by the station
that overlooks the treetops. For a closer look at nature, several
nature study trails that can take from 1.5 hours to 3 hours are
available. In addition, visitors interested in staying overnight
can rent one of the 3 houses available that can accommodate 20 people
each. Moreover, visitors should note that the climate is cool all
year round. The Station is located beside Highway No. 304 (Nakhon
Ratchasima-Kabin Buri) and is 57 kilometers from the city. For information,
call 0 4425 8642 or contact the Station Management Department of
the Science and Technology Research Institute of Thailand, tel.
0-2579-1121-30, 0-2579-0160 ext. 4401 or fax 0-2561-4771.
Wat Na Phra That
This temple has an old chapel with beautiful murals of the
Early Ratanakosin period. In addition, the door of the “Ho
Trai” or the scripture hall is also elaborately carved. The
temple is located four kilometers from the Pak Thong Chai District
Office.
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