Bhumibol Dam
Bhumibol Dam
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Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand3,422 contributions
Feb 2023
The Bhumibol Dam is a very impressive arched concrete dam on the Ping River. It was the first of many multi-purpose dams built in Thailand, completed in 1964. At 154 meters, the dam is the highest in Thailand. The turbines generate over 700 MW of power, which when the dam was first completed accounted for an astounding three-fourths of the country's power generating capacity (now less than 2 percent). Visitors are welcome to drive up the dam crest and walk part of the way out onto the top, where they can get impressive views of both the reservoir and the downstream power plant. For anybody interested in engineering or impressive construction, or just wanting some interesting views, the dam makes for a nice visit. There is no charge to visit the dam and security staff are very professional and friendly.
Written February 8, 2023
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JRP-Bkk
Bangkok, Thailand1,590 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
If you’re staying in the Tak or Ban Tak area it’s worth driving up here for the views .
The Bhumibol Dam is the largest dam in Thailand . We didn’t have time to go on a boat trip or eat on the raft restaurant but the boat trip looks interesting .
The Bhumibol Dam is the largest dam in Thailand . We didn’t have time to go on a boat trip or eat on the raft restaurant but the boat trip looks interesting .
Written February 6, 2020
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Bhuvnesh T
Bangkok, Thailand36 contributions
Dec 2014
Superb views and supersized architecture...no reason its the biggest dam for hydro electric power generation. there are accommodations inside the dam campus for visitors to stay during night. there is also a cruise which take up upstream with provisions for lunch/dinner. all the roads leading to the dam are of the best quality possible in Thailand. a big thumbs up to the government for managing in a perfect manner.
Written October 15, 2015
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Mikybkk
Bangkok, Thailand104 contributions
Dec 2019
Amazing construction build in 1966 and a not to be missed place while in Tak province. the areas around the dam is spectacular with gardens and a 18 hole golf course.
Written March 26, 2020
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IBProfessor
Pullman, Washington77 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
It's particularly memorable to go there during the time for Thais to memorialize the loss of their greatest 'father' of the country. The King initiated building this first big dam of Thailand when he was only in his late 20 years old! He wished to improved Thai people's lives from floods, droughts and with more electricity for a growing country. The Thai Government received some assistance by the American engineering firm building Hoover Dam. If you there in the next year or so, there's a special exhibition of the history of this dam upstair with a memorial book to sign occasion of the passing of King Bhumibol. I took photos from the exhibit when the young King and Queen visited to open the Dam around 50 years ago!
Written November 12, 2016
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pittbrendat
Pittsburgh, PA132 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
We stayed overnight on a boat in this reservoir on an uninhavited island Ko Valentine. Beautiful views. Very rustic.
Written April 10, 2019
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Dao1949
Chiang Mai, Thailand1,534 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
I have now lived in Thailand just over 3 years and I am happy to say that this country never ceases to amaze me with all of its natural beauty. The Bhumibol Dam area is easily accessed from Highway 1 just a few kilometers away and is well worth the visit. The area is pristine and neatly maintained with beautiful scenery and garden areas. although the dam itself is not so dynamic in size, it offers wonderful scenery and is really a nice break from the long drives on Highway 1.
Written January 9, 2017
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chipperPDU
Antwerp, Belgium184 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Bhumibol Dam is located 30 km above Tak, in Sam Ngao Tak province. It is worth a visit. It is free of charge. There are several viewpoints and a few places to eat something. A boat can be rented to visit the surroundings.
Written June 9, 2015
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Bella Sopita
Inverness, UK164 contributions
It's a Must Place to visit!
Incredible build from human. It's the first and the largest concrete arch dam in Thailand
Love it
Incredible build from human. It's the first and the largest concrete arch dam in Thailand
Love it
Written April 19, 2015
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Mark M
Edinburgh, UK25 contributions
A day out in tak,Thailand biggest dam,you can get a boat to the temple island,600 baht is the minimum price for the boat ,how many people it dosnt matter,stop at restaurant is included. Mostly thai's on holiday,Chinese tour bus's. During the wet season (when dam water level is high)you can get a boat to Chiang Mia from here ,or visversa. Also in the dam complex is a range of accommodation, if you plan to stay overnight?,or there is a resort (5km away called chat Chai, chalet style 700 baht)there is a range of restaurants at complex,and has 1 of the finest golf course 's in Thailand (par 72).and round of golf,hire of clubs,buggy and caddie will cost you 1400 baht .
Written February 3, 2015
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