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The Tham Luang – Khun Nam Nang Non National Park (under preparation) consists of two main areas: Tham Luang Cave and Khun Nam Nang Non. These two areas are located approximately 2 kilometers apart. Tham Luang Area Attractions: 1. Tham Luang Cave 2. Phra Cave 3. Liang Pha Cave 4. Phaya Naga Cave 5. Sergeant Sam Memorial and Art Gallery 6. Commemorative Event Hall: United as One 7. Tham Luang Cave Replica
Khun Nam Nang Non Area Attractions: 1. Nature Trail – Peat Swamp Forest & Red-Clawed Crab Habitat 2. Khun Nam Emerald Pool
The Royal Forest Department initially conducted a land survey in the Doi Nang Non National Forest Reserve, covering areas in Pong Pha and Mae Sai Districts, Chiang Rai Province, including Tham Luang Cave and Khun Nam Nang Non. On October 1, 2016, the area was officially designated as Tham Luang – Khun Nam Nang Non Forest Park, covering approximately 5,000 rai (800 hectares).
In 2018, the site gained worldwide attention due to the Tham Luang Cave Rescue incident. Thirteen members of the Wild Boars Academy football team became trapped inside Tham Luang Cave, unable to find their way out. The Chiang Rai Provincial Government declared the area a disaster emergency zone, and a command center was established to coordinate an urgent search and rescue operation.
The rescue mission became one of the most significant operations in history, as experts and personnel from around the world collaborated in a unified effort. After days of intense coordination, all 13 individuals were successfully rescued. The operation drew global media attention, making Tham Luang – Khun Nam Nang Non Forest Park internationally recognized. Since then, it has become a major tourist attraction, attracting visitors from Thailand and around the world who wish to witness the site of this historic event.
