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“There are 2 waterfalls Ton Tat Fa Waterfall and Ton Lat Fah Waterfall”

Khao Namkhang National Park located at Mu 1 (Muban Piyamit 5), Tambon Khlong Kwang, Amphoe Na Thawi, this cave was once a secret base of the Chines Communist Party for almost 40 years, before their members defected to the Thai authorities in 1987. Khao Nam Khang has at least 100 such caves.This clay cavern was excavated by hand for 9 years to become the largest and longest manmade cavern in Thailand.

The site reveals extensive knowledge in various fields, including the strategic selection of site, the geology involved, the state of the forest, the climate and the design for the cave. Before entering the cave, visitors should glimpse through the exhibition about the caves history, which displays information, photographs, and daily necessities of the Party members, such as a homemade refrigerator, a telegraph machine, and some political books.

There is also an exhibition on the way of life of the Sakai, the primitive people living in the forest. The cave is about 1,000 meters long, is divided into 3 levels of about 10-30 feet beneath the ground surface. These levels are connected by stairways and there are 16 exits. The cave accommodates about 200 people in its numerous rooms, such as the leaders meeting room, and a firing range for target practice.

The area outside the cavern contains guard houses, a supply route, a school for political indoctrination, and a place for marriage ceremonies. The cavern has been developed to accommodate tourists. Local restaurants and herb shops are located nearby. Admission fee is 20 baht per person. A tour guide contact Khun Rungrot Sae Li at Tel. (074) 329103 or (01) 230-4765.