Khao Chang
Khao Chang (เขาช้าง), is a 45 m high hill in Phang Nga Province, Thailand. It is in Phang Nga town behind city hall.
Khao Chang | |
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Khao Chang rising behind Phang Nga City Hall | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 240 m (790 ft) |
Listing | List of mountains in Thailand |
Coordinates | 8°27′6″N 98°31′2″E |
Geography | |
Khao Chang Thailand | |
Location | Phang Nga, Thailand |
Geology | |
Mountain type | karstic |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | drive |
At the foot of the mountain and within the Wat Phra Paht Phra Chim temple compound there is a cave known as Phung Chang, 'Elephant Belly Cave', with stalactites and stalagmites. Some parts of the cave are permanently flooded but they are accessible by boat.[1]
Symbolism
Khao Chang has symbolic significance in Phang Nga. Its massive silhouette looks like a crouched elephant. Khao Chang appears in the provincial seal of Phang Nga.
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