Khao Salop National Park - Erawan Falls

The falls take the form of a series of cascades and pools over and among the rocks, and are supposed to be shaped like the divine Indra's three-headed elephant, hence their name.

The whole area has been declared the Khao Salop National Park. This extends over 2024 sq. km (781 sq. mi.), and beyond it is Thung Yai, another National Park. Both parks are best visited during the week, since they attract large numbers of visitors from Bangkok at the weekend.