ชมไปกินไป: Nakhon Sawan Flora

Nakhon Sawan

Nakhon Sawan Province is a gateway between the central and northern regions of Thailand. With a low-lying landscape on the banks of the river. Places that tourists tend to think of first when visiting Nakhon Sawan is Bueng Boraphet which is a natural lake of habitats for many species of birds. There are also boat trips to see the lotus flowers and the aquarium for those interested to study. For those who like to travel in a cool, stylish style, recently, Nakhon Sawan Province has just released "Pas San", a new landmark of Pak Nam Pho with distinctive curved architecture suitable for visiting, checking in, taking photos as well as seeing light and sound activities at night.

Bueng Boraphet

In addition, Nakhon Sawan Province also has many interesting tourist activities such as visiting Chansen Ancient city to marvel at the magnificent dragon and lion dancing processions at Nakhon Sawan Chinese New Year. Conquering the Khao Nor - Khao Kaew to experience the beauty of a Thai house built entirely from teak wood and the Hanuman Phlabphla shaped entrance at Wat Sri Uthumphon and Phra Chulamanee, the golden-coloured chedi at Wat Kiriwong well as strolling and enjoying views on the Dechawongse Bridge which is a historic bridge over 60 years old. Don't miss to buy Mochi snacks; provincial famous dessert.

The Ping and Nan rivers merge near the city of Nakhon Sawan to form the Chao Phraya River. Mae Wong National Park, on the border with Khamphaeng Phet province, was created in 1987 to preserve the woodlands of Mae Wong-Mae Poen. The forested area covers 927 km² (358 sq mi) or 9.7 percent of provincial area.

Bueng Boraphet is the largest freshwater wetland in Thailand, in total covering 212 km². The swamp is directly east of the town Nakhon Sawan and extends into the districts of Tha Tako and Chum Saeng. During the winter months many waterfowl migrate there. Parts of the swamp, covering 106 km², are protected as a non-hunting area.

There is one national park, along with two other national parks, make up region 12 (Nakhon Sawan) of Thailand's protected areas.

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Mae Wong National Park,

894 km²(345 sq mi) with 73,914 visitors in fiscal year 2024.

Mae Wong National Park is in the Dawna Range. The park is rugged and hilly along the Dawna Mountain Range, especially on the north and west. With the highest peak, Khao Mo Ko Chu at 1,964 m. above sea level it is one of highest mountain ranges in Thailand. Three main rivers, of which the Mae Wong River is the biggest, drain the park. Notable places in the park are Mae Krasa, Mae Rewa, Mae Ki Waterfalls, Mokochu Peak, and Chong

Gesneriaceae

Tham Phet-Tham Thong Forest

Nakhon Sawan province in Thailand hosts native Gesneriaceae species adapted to its seasonal low-altitude and limestone karst habitats, notably including representatives from genera like Microchirita (such as Microchirita tubulosa recorded near local temple/karst areas like Wat Thep Satha Phon) and historical collections of Aeschynanthus from sites like Khao Pado.

Local Gesneriaceae Records

Microchirita tubulosa: Documented in limestone terrain in Nakhon Sawan (e.g., Wat Thep Satha Phon).

Microchirita species: Found across low-elevation karstic and seasonal zones in districts like Takli and Banphot Phisai.

Aeschynanthus fulgens Wall. ex R. Br. : Historical regional collection records from the park include Aeschynanthus andersonii from Khao Pado in Nakhon Sawan.

Habitat Characteristics

Typically found clinging to limestone hills (karst formations), dry evergreen pockets, or shaded lowland deciduous terrain.

Often exhibit succulent or annual herbaceous growth strategies tuned to central Thailand's distinct wet and dry monsoonal cycles.