Meditating monk in front of the Phu Kradueng
The Phu Kradueng National Park(อุทยานแห่งชาติ ภูกระดึง) is in the Thai province Loei. It covers an area of 348 km² and is the second oldest national park in the country. It is popular among visitors due to the relatively cool climate (average temperature 15 ° C, even in the hot season rarely above 20 ° C) and for camping.
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The Asian maple, which is very rare in Thailand (Acer calcaratum) occurs here.
The focal point and namesake of the national park is the 1316 meter high sandstone table mountain Phu Kradueng, which has a characteristic bell shape and around which numerous myths are entwined in local folklore.
history
The area was declared a national park in 1962.
landscape
Flora and fauna
climate
getting there
Fees / permits
The park is closed to visitors during the rainy season (June 1 to September 30).
mobility
Tourist Attractions
Sunset at Phu Kradueng
Viewpoints:
- Pha Nok Aen cliff (ผา นก แอ่น). Most beautiful view in the national park, especially at sunrise.
- Pha Lom Sak cliff (ผา หล่มสัก). Recommendation for the sunset.
Water falls:
- Wang Kwang (น้ำตก วัง กวาง)
- Did Hong (น้ำตก ตาด ฮ้อ ง)
Nature:
- Fai Duean Ha (ไฟ เดือน ห้า). Bright red maples.
