Bo Kluea

A Htin village southeast of Doi Phu Ka National park, where the main occupation is the extraction of rock salt from local salt wells. These salt wells had been extracted since sukhothai era and was exported to Chiang Mai, Chiang Tung, Luang Phra Bang and Xishungbanna. One can easily observe the extraction of rock salt in the centre of the village.

Phu Khe

Located in Ban Salai, Phu Ke๛s height of 2,079 meters makes it the highest peak of Luang Phra Bang moun- tain range. It contains the sources of Wa River, Mao River, Pua River and Nan River. There is a nature walking tour that lasts 3 day 2 nights.

Khun Nan National Park

is within the compound of the Doi Phu Kha and Doi Pha Daeng National Forest Reserves, Phu Fa sub-district, Bo Kluea Tai sub-district and Dong Phaya sub-district, covering important mountain ranges such as Phu Fa, Khun Nam Wa Noi, Nam Wa Klang and Phi Pan Nam mountain ranges. The summit of the Phi Pan Nam mountain in Dong Phaya sub-district is the highest point, with an approxi- mate height of 1,745 metres above sea level. The water- fall is full of water throughout the year. Interesting Attractions in the National Park are as follows:

Sapan Waterfall

is at Mu 1, Ban Sapan, Dong Phaya sub- district, 1 kilometre from the Office of the National Park. Take Highway No. 1081 and turn right for 2 kilometres. It is a medium-size waterfall with a height of 3 tiers with a stream throughout the year. It is a shady, beautiful, and abundant forest, 10 kilometres from the Bo Kluea district office. It is conveniently accessible by car. Continue with a walk for 800 metres.

Huay Ha Waterfal

is at Mu 14, Ban Na Bong, Bo Kluea Tai sub-district. It is a medium-size waterfall. The first, second and third tiers are approximately 8, 12 and 50 metres high, respec- tively. There is water throughout the year. The third tier (Pha Daeng) consists of various beautiful cascades.

How to get there: From Bo Kluea T-junction, turn left into Highway No.1081 for around 5 kilometres. The park is on the right side. Proceed further for 500 metres. The entrance is a laterite road. The viewpoint spot is 2 kilometres from the park..The Khun Nan National Park provides accommodation and a camping area for tourists. Contact Dong Phaya Sub-district, Bo Kluea District, Nan 55220, Tel. 08 1960 5507 or www.dnp.go.th or e-mail: reserve@dnp.go.th

Khun Nan National Park Dongpraya Sub-district,. Bo Klua District, Nan Thailand 55220 Tel. 0 1960 5507