Taksin Maharat National Park
Taksin Maharat National Park () is a national park in Tak Province, Thailand. Home to Thailand's largest tree, the park also features waterfalls, caves, and rock formations. Geography Taksin Maharat National Park is west of Tak town in Mae Sot District. The park's area is 93,126 rai ~ . The mountains of the Thanon Thongchai Range run through the park's centre. History It is believed that the Burmese King Alaungpaya used to march his army through this area. The park's original name was Ton Krabak Yai National Park, named for the park's enormous krabak tree. On 23 December 1981, the park was designated Thailand's 38th national park. It was later renamed Taksin Maharat National Park ("King Taksin the Great") in honour of King Taksin of the Thonburi Kingdom. Sights Ton Krabak Yai (ต้นกระบากใหญ่) The park's main attraction is Ton Krabak Yai, a 700-year-old krabak tree measuring in height and in circumference. The tree is believed to be the largest in Thailand. Saphan Hin (Stone Bridge) (สะพานหินธรรมชาติ) Saphan Hin is a natural stone bridge spanning two cliffs with a stream flowing beneath. The formation is high and long. Nearby is the Tran Loard Krow Cave featuring stalactites and stalagmites. Namtok Pang