 Krabi
Attractions - Top Sightseeing and things to see
In the friendly town of Krabi, there are hotels, shops and
restaurants, and yet it still retains its natural charm.
The two mountains which straddle the Krabi River, in the
town of Khao Khanap Nam, are a stunning example of stalagmites
and stalactites. At Sah Bok Khorani, one of the eight big
ponds nestling in a shady forested area, lays a replica of
the Lord Buddha's footprint carved from wood.
A small waterfall, running down from the mountain in steps,
creates a magical emerald tinge to the big pond.
Tham Phet, Amphoe Ao Luk
In front of the cave an image of Buddha is enshrined. The
name of this cave, "Phet," means diamond, and indeed
sparking stone casts beautiful reflections on the cave wall.
How to get there: 3 km from the intersection at Ao Luk Nua
market. The best way to get there is to first contact the
National Park Office at Than Bokkhorani for a guide.
Kao Phanom Bencha National Park, Amphoe Khao Phanom
20 kilometers from Krabi along Talat Kao-Ban Huai To Road,
and covering a total area of 50 square km, including some
parts of Amphoe Ao Luk, Amphoe Khao Phanom, and Amphoe Muang.
Khao Phanom Bencha National Park had thick forest on its highest
peaks. Its marvellous scenery is enhanced by streams, waterfalls,
and wild animals.
The park's major attractions are Huai To and Huai Sa-de waterfalls.
Than Bokkhorani National Park, Amphoe Ao Luk
 Covering
37.5 rai (1 rai = 160 square meters) in Tambon Ao Leuk Tai,
1 km from the Tambon Ao Leuk Neua Market intersection on the
Ao Luk Sak road, the park is shady and forested. Among the
many different species of trees in the park are wild gardenia,
asoka, and Apocynaceae.
The Sah Bok Khorani - after which the park is named - flows
through a winding passage in the mountains. At the north end
of the pool is a footprint of the Buddha carved in wood and
a shrine to Chao PhoTo Yuan-To Chong.
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