Virachey National Park, National park in northeastern Cambodia
Virachey is a large protected forest in northeastern Cambodia spanning two provinces with lowland and mountainous terrain covered in different types of forest. The park features numerous rivers, waterfalls, and rolling hills covered in dense vegetation.
The area was established as a protected zone in 1993 through royal decree to preserve important forest ecosystems. This early designation made it one of the country's first major protected areas.
The park is home to several ethnic groups who continue their traditional ways of life and maintain deep connections with the forest. Visitors can witness these cultures firsthand while walking through villages and seeing how local communities interact with their natural surroundings.
The park is best reached from the city of Banlung, though travel times vary depending on the season and road conditions. Visitors should prepare for changing terrain and consider hiring local guides to explore safely.
Large sections of the park remain relatively unexplored, with new waterfalls and landscapes still being discovered. These remote regions offer visitors a rare experience of untouched wilderness and isolation.
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