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Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary

เขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าทุ่งใหญ่นเรศวร

8 story sections10 min 39 s in all

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary1:29

    Welcome to one of the most formidable, pristine, and ecologically critical wildernesses remaining in Southeast Asia: the Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary. Situated in the rugged western provinces of Kanchanaburi and Tak, this…

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  2. 2The Treacherous Topography1:23

    To truly comprehend the isolation of Thungyai Naresuan, we must analyze the grueling physical barriers that protect it. Accessing the interior, particularly toward indigenous settlements like Ban Ko Saderng, requires navigating…

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  3. 3The Six Forest Typologies1:21

    Ecologically, Thungyai Naresuan is a masterpiece of botanical diversity, a complex mosaic comprising six distinct forest typologies. The defining feature that gives the sanctuary its name is the 'Thung Yai', or the grand savanna. …

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  4. 4Endangered Fauna and Apex Predators1:17

    Because of its vast size and formidable geographic barriers, Thungyai Naresuan serves as the ultimate refuge for some of the world's most critically endangered fauna. Our scholarly attention is drawn to the salt licks and natural…

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  5. 5The Indigenous Karen Communities1:22

    Amidst this untouched wilderness exist pockets of deep rooted human habitation. For generations, the indigenous Karen people have resided in remote villages deep within the sanctuary, such as Ban Salawa and Ban Laiwo. …

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  6. 6Royal Development and Integration1:22

    In recent years, a profound shift has occurred in how the state interacts with the Karen communities of Thungyai, heavily driven by Royal Development Projects initiated by the Thai monarchy. Recognizing the severe hardships faced…

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  7. 7The Enduring Legacy of Seub Nakhasathien1:23

    No comprehensive study of Thungyai Naresuan is complete without confronting the monumental legacy of Seub Nakhasathien. A dedicated scholar, fierce conservationist, and the former superintendent of the adjacent Huai Kha Khaeng…

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  8. 8Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary1:02

    As we conclude our rigorous exploration of the Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary, we must acknowledge the profound weight of this landscape. This is not a manicured park designed for human amusement; it is a raw, unforgiving,…

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What is Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary?

Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length10 min 39 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates15.3333, 98.9167
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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