Erawan waterfall, Seven-tiered waterfall in Erawan National Park, Thailand
Erawan waterfall is a seven-tiered cascade that flows through limestone cliffs, creating natural pools with green-tinted water at each level. The entire formation stretches across several hundred meters and presents a continuous series of falls and collecting basins.
The waterfall became part of Erawan National Park in 1975, when the area was designated as Thailand's twelfth protected region. Local communities had long regarded the location as spiritually important before its formal protection.
The name comes from Erawan, the white three-headed elephant in Hindu mythology, reflecting the spiritual significance given to water in this region. Visitors come here to connect with nature and feel the energy of the flowing water.
The first level is accessible via a paved path from the entrance and requires only a short walk. Reaching the higher tiers involves a more strenuous climb, so wearing sturdy footwear and bringing drinking water is wise.
The water is rich in calcium carbonate, which continuously deposits white mineral layers and creates natural terraces. These sediments gradually reshape the waterfall and build mineral formations that evolve over years.
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