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Phu Kradueng

Phu (ภู) comes from the Thai word Phukao (ภูเขา) meaning mountain. It's used the same way as Mt. is used in English. The name Kradueng (กระดึง) comes from the word Krading (กระดิ่ง) a word of the Loei Province aboriginals. Also Phu Kradudng (ภูกระดึง) can be translated as Ra Kang Yai (ระฆังใหญ่) meaning a large bell. This name comes from a legend relating to a Buddhist holiday. During the holiday many of the towns people heard the sound of a large bell. They believed it to be the bell of Indra.

The beauty of the mountain is reflected in local folk tales. One person named Phran, who fled from another village, believed that Phu Kradueng had never been climbed before. He led his bull to the top of the mountain. He found it full of beautiful deer, and pine forests. There were many different types of plants, trees and wild animals. After this he stayed, and lived his life surrounded by the beauty of the mountain.

Nowadays, Phu Kradueng is extremely popular with young Thais, particularly university students. Accommodation on the mountain itself is limited to a "tent city" with hundreds of canvas tents available for rent. The sense of isolation and scenic beauty is further spoilt by annoying and unnecessary loudspeakers intermittently announcin

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Cliffs Trail Phu kradung

Trails at the top of the Mountain

There are two areas of trails on top of Phu Kradueng. One is the normal open to public trails, while the other is the closed off forest. In the normal area, there's a waterfall trail and a cliffs trail. The closed forest has two areas, named area one and area two.

Cliffs Trail


The horizon from the Pah Nok Ann Cliff

From the tourist office on the mountain, travelers can explore the cliffs trail. There are many cliffs that are known worldwide for their beauty.

  • Pha Nok Ann Cliff (ผานกแอ่น) This cliff is located on the east side of the mountain. Approximately 1.1 kilometres from the campsite and tourist office. This is an important tourist spot, where many people go to watch the sun rise. In the summer and rainy season, this cliff is above the clouds, creating a beautiful view of the sun rise.
  • Pha Mak Duk Cliff (ผาหมากดูก) This cliff is located on the west side of the mountain. It is located approximately 2 kilometres from the campsite and tourist office. Travelers who have little time come here to watch the sunset, due to its closeness to the campsite.
  • Pha Jam Sil Cliff (ผาจำศีล) Approximately 600 metres from Pha Mak Duk Cliff.
  • Pha Na Noi Cliff (ผานาน้อย) Approximately 600 metres from Pha Jam Sil Cliff.
  • Pha Yiap Mek Cliff (ผาเหยียบเมฆ) Approximately two kilometres from Pha No Noi Cliff.
  • Pha Daeng Cliff (ผาแดง) Approximately 1.5 kilometres from Pha Yiap Mek Cliff.
  • Pha Lom Sak Cliff (ผาหล่มสัก) Approximately 2.5 kilometres from Pha Daeng Cliff. This cliff is located on the west side of Phu Kradueng mountain. Most people who climb the mountain, will go to watch the sunset at this cliff. On a nice clear day, it's possible to Phu Pha Jid Mountain (ภูผาจิต) of Nam Naao National Park(อุทยาแห่งชาติน้ำหนาว).


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