Vachiralongkorn Dam

Vachiralongkorn Dam, known locally as Khao Laem Dam, is like a landmark of Thong Pha Phum district. Almost all of visitors always stop over at the dam ridge to sea beautiful view of wide lake and many visitors also take photos with this fascinating view as a memorized photo for visiting Thong Pha Phum district. There is also a park in the area of the dam, where this park is decorated with trees. Visitors do not have to pay for the admission to Vachiralongkorn Dam.

Vachiralongkorn Dam is a hydro-electric dam, located on Kwai Noi River, Thong Pha Phum district. The size of this dam is approximately 1000 meters long and 90 meter high. This dam is also used as a reservoir for residences around this area.

Vachiralongkorn Dam opens every day from 6 AM to 6 PM. Visitors can drive a vehicle on the dam ridge to gaze at the view with gently breeze. Note that, one side of the dam ridge is close to a mountain, where there are monkeys around this area. Although, they are not dangerous, visitors should not play closely with them. Visitors can rent a boat at the dam area to see different views of this dam. Accommodations are also available for visitors who would like to spend a relaxing time in the dam area, where water activities are also offered for entertaining purpose.

Since Vachiralongkorn Dam is located not so far from the city of Thong Pha Phum, approximately 6 kilometers on the north of the city. Visitors can hire a Songthaew (Baht Bus) to be there. Note that, visitors can take a bus from Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal to Thong Pha Phum city.