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Kaeng Krachan Dam: A Pillar of Thailand’s Development and Tourism

Nestled in Phetchaburi Province, the Kaeng Krachan Dam stands as Thailand's first earth-fill dam, marking a significant milestone in the nation's infrastructural development. Constructed between 1961 and 1966, this monumental project was officially inaugurated by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on May 22, 1966. Engineering Marvel and Multifaceted Utility Kaeng Krachan Dam in Phetchaburi Province. Photo:…

ByThaiCyclopedia3 February 20250Comments

Travel

Thai Elephant Sanctuaries: Ethical Tourism or Exploitation?

Elephants have long been emblematic of Thailand's rich cultural heritage, revered for their strength and intelligence. In recent years, the rise of elephant sanctuaries has attracted tourists seeking ethical wildlife encounters. However, beneath the veneer of these sanctuaries lies a complex ethical dilemma: are they truly havens for rescued elephants, or do they perpetuate a…

ByThaiCyclopedia17 January 20250Comments

Culture

Thailand’s Disappearing Beaches: Climate Change and Human Actions Collide

Thailand, a nation renowned for its paradisiacal beaches, now faces a silent invasion—one that isn’t carried by storms or tsunamis, but by the gradual yet relentless forces of climate change and human intervention. Coastal erosion is eating away at Thailand’s shorelines at an alarming rate, leaving once-vibrant tourist havens diminished and threatening not only the…

ByThaiCyclopedia16 January 20250Comments

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