Khao Luang park closes waterfall route after elephant attack

11 Sept 08:57 Key points summarised by AI

Khao Luang National Park in Nakhon Si Thammarat temporarily closed its Krung Ching Waterfall and trekking route following a wild elephant attack.
Two female tourists were injured when three wild elephants attacked their group during a trek, with one victim reportedly grabbed and thrown against a tree.
Park rangers intervened, driving the elephants away and rescuing the injured tourists, who were then hospitalized for treatment.
The park plans to erect more warning signs, educate tourists on elephant encounters, and deploy additional patrol units to monitor and guide elephants deeper into the jungle.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.