Tham Pha Phueng [MH0263]

Martin Ellis - 01/07/2020

This is a shallow overhang at the base of an imposing 100m cliff next to a stream. The site was occupied by a group of monks until fairly recently, but has now been abandoned although a couple of the shrines still show signs of care. An interesting feature is a wall embedded with amulets and pictures of Thai kings. The cliff is split by a high vertical rift which provides some shelter, but is only 15m deep with no apparent extensiosn. At the western end a tiny chamber has been converted into monk's sleeping quarters.