Lod Cave (Tham Lod)

Tham Lod, or Tham Nam Lod, is a 400 m deep cave with a wide stream running through it. Formed by a small stream running through a crack in the limestone surface, this cave is home to many wonderful stalactites. In addition, Tham Lod is also the site of numerous archaeological finds.

Inside the cave, there are three chambers: Tham Sao Hin (stone column cave), Tham Tuk Ta (doll cave) and Tham Phi Man (ghost cave). Tham Sao Hin is the largest chamber, and houses a number of giant limestone columns, some of which measure up to 20 m long. In Tham Tuk Ta are some spectacular doll-like stalactites, as well as prehistoric wall paintings, which are unique in their use of both red and black colors, instead of only red, as has been found in other pre-historic sites around Thailand. Tham Phi Man is the site of numerous archaeological finds, including skeletal remains and 10 different- sized dug-out tree trunks, which are believed to have once been used as coffins. To visit this chamber tourists must cross the stream.

At the park center, there is an exhibition about Tham Lod describing the origins of the cave, with a display of ancient items found on site. Those who would like to cross the stream to Tham Phi Man, or would like to reserve a tent for camping or picnicking, can get more information from the park center.

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