Location Phang Nga, Thailand Easiest route drive | Mountain type karstic Elevation 240 m | |
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Similar Phung Chang Cave, Sa Nang Manora Forest Park, Wat Prapas Prachim Ket, Ruesi Sawan and Luk Suea, Lot Cave | ||
Khao chang puak trip
Khao Chang (เขาช้าง), is a 45 m high hill in Phang Nga Province, Thailand. It is located in Phang Nga town right behind the City Hall.
Contents
- Khao chang puak trip
- Map of Khao Chang Takdat Mueang Phang nga District Phang Nga 82000 Thailand
- Symbolism
- References
Map of Khao Chang, Takdat, Mueang Phang-nga District, Phang Nga 82000, Thailand
At the foot of the mountain and within the Wat Phra Paht Phra Chim temple compound there is a cave known as Phung Chang, Elephant Belly Cave, with stalactites and stalagmites. Some parts of the cave are permanently flooded but they are accessible by boat.
Symbolism
Khao Chang has symbolic significance in Phang Nga. Its massive silhouette looks like a crouched elephant. Khao Chang appears in the provincial seal of Phang Nga.
References
Khao Chang Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA