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thungyai huai kha khaeng


states: [thailand]

category: natural

year: 1991

location: Kanchanaburi, Tak and Uthai Thani provinces

region: Asia and the Pacific

latitude/longitude: 15.3333300000, 98.9166700000

Thungyai Huai Kha Khaeng

The Thungyai-Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuaries, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Thailand, form a vast, pristine conservation area along the Myanmar border. Recognized in 1991, these contiguous sanctuaries encompass diverse forest types, from tropical dry forests to savannas, and host an exceptional array of biodiversity, including tigers, elephants, and numerous rare species. The rugged landscape, with folded mountains and intact river systems, offers stunning natural beauty and serves as a critical stronghold for wildlife in Southeast Asia, supported by ongoing conservation efforts despite challenges like poaching.

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