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Khao Phra Wihan National Park: Protected Landscape and Archaeological Atlas Gateway
Explore dramatic red sandstone cliffs and historic Khmer ruins.
Khao Phra Wihan National Park in Sisaket Province, Thailand, is a protected landscape distinguished by its dramatic Pha Mo I Daeng red sandstone cliff and its role as a gateway to significant Khmer archaeological sites. This national park offers a deep dive into the region's unique geography, featuring rugged terrain, distinctive forest ecosystems, and prehistoric rock art. As a key entry point for understanding the Preah Vihear Temple's context, the park provides rich material for atlas-based exploration of border landscapes and historical terrain.
- Area
- 130 km²
- Established
- 1998
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 202.6K annual
