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Phu Tabberk |
Ban Khek Noi Hill Tribe
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This Tambon is home to a Hmong hill tribe village called Ban
ThapBoek. The area lies 1,768 meters above sea level and is
often referred to as the highest point in Phetchabun province.
Mountainous terrain and high altitudes guarantee year-round cool
weather for visitors. The area is also culturally significant:
it served a catchment area for rainwater used in a sacred
ceremony during His Majesty the King’s auspicious 72nd birthday
anniversary.
From December to January, during the cool
season, the hills are covered in cherry blossoms, making it the
perfect time to visit. During the rainy season, mists engulf the
hills both day and night, earning it the moniker of “the Misty
Town”. A hiking event (“Climb up to ThapBoek, Experience the
Coolness and Watch the Stars on the Ground”) is held to take
advantage of the beautiful nighttime scenery, where at the end
of the hike, participants can admire Lomsak and Lomkao towns’
twinkling lights below. The Phetchabun Tourism Association
provides bungalows and tents for rent, and a campsite (with an
admission fee) is also available for those who bring their own
tents.
ThapBoek is located at Mu 14 in Tambon Wang Ban,
AmphoeLom Kao, Phetchabun. To get there From Phetchabun, take
Highway No. 21 to AmphoeLomSak for 40 kilometers. At
AmphoeLomSak, take Highway No. 203 for 13 kilometers and turn
left into AmphoeLom Kao. Proceed further for 5 kilometers,
passing Ban Wang Ban. Go straight on until the end of the road,
then turn left into Highway 1143 for 1 kilometer, and turn right
into Highway 2331, passing Huai Nam Rin Village until Km. 18-19,
prior to the checkpoint to the park. There will be a direction
sign into ThapBoek Village. Turn right and drive for another 4
kilometers. (Note: The route is very steep and winding. Visitors
should drive a high-power vehicle and take special precautions.)
Operating hours are 6.00 am-6.00 pm. |
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Phetchabun |
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Lom Kao |
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Ban Noen |
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Entry fee |
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Free |
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16.93327 N |
101.11833 E |
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