Princess Sirindhorn Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife refuge and Ramsar site in Narathiwat, Thailand.
Princess Sirindhorn Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area with wetlands, forests, and varied habitats spread across southern Thailand. The landscape includes swamps, mangrove areas, and freshwater zones that together form a complex ecosystem.
The sanctuary gained official Ramsar designation in 2001 following Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn's first visit in 1990. The name and protection efforts emerged from this royal interest and the resulting commitment to preserve the region.
The name To Daeng comes from a local story about a Muslim woman who vanished into the forest and became a crocodile in local belief.
Walking trails feature wooden bridges and signage explaining the local ecosystem throughout the refuge. The best way to explore is on foot following the marked paths that run along water features.
The sanctuary contains Thailand's largest peat swamp with exceptionally deep soil layers formed from decomposed vegetation and organic matter. This rare soil formation is essential to the region's water balance and wildlife diversity.
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