Phetchabun
Phetchabun is one of the northern provinces of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are Loei, Khon Kaen, Chaiyaphum, Lopburi, Nakhon Sawan, PhichitPhitsanulok. and
How to get there
By car*
Road No.1 from capital city to Saraburi province and then Road No.21 to Petchabun
Road No.12 from Khonkaen to Lom Sak and then Road 21. southward to Phetchabun.
By bus*
There are many bus company to Phetchabun you can take the bus at bus terminal in each province.
Interesting places
Khao Kho
The most engaging national park of Phetchabun Province is Khao Kho National Park, about 1 hour northwest of Phetchabun town. It was designated to be " Little Switzerland" from many visitors, because of beautiful scenery and cool weather like Switzerland. It was once a battle field against communist insurgents conducted their struggles against the authorities. Its charming scenery and great weather allure tourists to see the mountain – top, army base turned into a museum, a Chedi containing a holy relic and enjoy trekking in the open zoo and non – hunting areas.
Nam Nao National Park
Fifty kilometers from the west of Lom Sak District is Nam Nao National Park. It is immense tract of forest still in its original state. It is filled with pineries, glasslands and virgin jungles. Nam Nao Park is a huge conservation park where people can learn about plants, wild animals or outdoor activities. Visitors can touch with the great nature and a large number of wild animals closely with trekking. If not, Nam Noa is a paradise of people who love to watch the birds. It is habitat for more than 100 species of birds. The winter is the most popular season that a great deal of tourists usually come to visit because theyThe mountains and forests create a cooler climate in the park. The daytime, temperatures are very pleasant with an average annual temperature of 25 Degree Celsius. The coldest month is being November that temperature as low as 0 degree celsius among the frost and beautiful pineries.
Phu Hin Rong Kla
North along the border between Phitsanulok Province and Phetchabun Province, Phu Hin Rong Kla is a national park with scenic attractions and historical significance. In the past, it was the stage of armed conflicts due to political differences between the Thai people. Phu Hin Rong Kla's climate is similar to Phu Kra Dung and Phu Luang. Because of its high altitude, the park is cool all year round. In the cool season, when temperature can occasionally drop to freezing point, mist can cool and pleasant. The deciduous trees and cold flowers attract many tourists.
Than Thip Waterfall
Waterfalls are everywhere and easily to find. Than Tip waterfall Forest Park is located in Baan Than Tip, Bung Num Tao District, Amphoe Lom Sak. It is the forest park of 8,750 rais in Khao Plok Lon Forest Reserve. In general, the area consists of steep and high mountains ranging. The mixed deciduous forest in the area is fairly rich. In the rainy season, the water is swift and brimful. For tourists who love excitement, this is a great answer for them. Visitors can go downstream along the rapids current that call "Long Kang." It is an exciting activity of Than Thip waterfall that serves to acrobatic visitors.
Si Thep Historical Park
Some 130 kilometres south of Phetchabun, on Highway Number 21, is the Si Thep Historical Park. Si Thep is an ancient town where many architectural structures still remain to indicate its past prosperity during the 11th – 18th Buddhist century. It was once the centre of contact between the Dvarravati Kingdom in the central plain basin and the Khmer Kingdom in the Northeast. A twin- city, there were over one hundred ancient sites all built with bricks and laterite, most of them have since crumbled. There are also remains of several ponds spread out all over the area. Most of the ancient relics recovered are parts of architectural nature such as elaborate lintels, plastered designs and sema stone and human skeletons still are adorned with ornamental pieces. In 2000, it got a Thailand Tourism Award for guaranteeing welfare of culture and ancient buildings.
Local Products
Sweet Tamarind sweet tamarinds are an agro crop which earns good income for the local growers. A fair to publicist this fruit is held annually during January - February.
Khanom Chin popular food of Lom Kao district is a noodle-like dish made from flour. It is served with gravy and side dish of various fresh local vegetables.
