It is one of the more mysterious points of interest you will find in Thailand, and few get the chance to photograph it in its prime. Praia Nakon Cave, which is located inside Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, was discovered, according to local legend, about 200 years ago by a local ruler who had to abandon his ship during a strong storm at sea and found it as a place of refuge. At the same time, some historians believe that the cave was discovered in the 17th century by a nobleman who bears its name. Either way, it is a beautiful attraction in nature, with sentinels and stalactites, illuminated by the sun's rays, flooding the cave and giving it an unusual appearance that is difficult to remain indifferent to. An attraction that is about a 45-minute drive south Huai has no.
In 1890, in honor of the visit of King Rama V, a mound was built inside the cave on top of which was placed a small pavilion built in Bangkok but assembled inside. The special location of that pavilion allows it to catch the sun's rays in the morning hours, which made it an important and prominent icon in the entire district. Later, when King Rama VII came to visit him, he inscribed his name, just as Rama V had done, his name on one of the cave walls.
It is highly recommended to arrive at the cave in the early morning hours, before the arrival of the crowds, but the recommendation is around 10:00 to 10:30, depending on the season, when the sun's rays flood the cave. It is important to remember that there is a 430-meter climb up the mountain to reach it, which requires comfortable walking shoes.
