Dok Krachiao Blossom Tourism Festival

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Schedule : 1 June-31 July 2002

Venue : Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Amphoe Thep Sathit, Chaiyaphum

Origin :
The festival was originally an eco-tourism activity that was first held with the Chaiyaphum Chamber of Commerce and many public offices.
The event was so successful and received so many visitors that it became an annual event.

Activities :
Musical performances of Pong Lang, Khaen and Seng drums.
- Local lifestyle demonstrations.
- Contests of Krachiao flowers and Krachiao flower field painting.
- Homepage building contests.
- Exhibitions and stores selling Chaiyaphum goods.
- Rallies and mountain biking competition.

Nearby Tourist Spots :
- Phu Khiao Wildlife Reserve (Khon San)
	is a center for wildlife conservation. Animals here are placed in enclosures that closely resemble their natural habitat.
- Phra Phutthabat Khao Yai Hom (Thep Sathit)
	houses Lord Buddha's footprint that is believed to be from the same period as Phra Phutthabat in Saraburi.
- Phraya Phakdi Chumphon (Lae) Monument (Muang)
	is a waterside shrine under a large tamarind tree. It is said that Chao Phraya Lae was killed by Vientiane soldiers here in 1826.
- Tat Ton National Park (Muang)
	is the source of the waterfalls of Pha Iang, Tat Klang and Tat Ton.
- Ban Khawao (Ban Khawao)
	is famous for weaving high-quality cotton and silk fabrics with beautiful patterns. The district is especially famous for its Mat Mi silk.

For more information, contact :
- Thep Sathit District Office.
	Tel. (044) 857099, 857105, fax (044) 857105
- TAT Northeastern Region Office: Area 1 (Nakhon Ratchasima).
	Tel. (044) 213666, 213030, fax (044) 213667