Phou Xang He National Protected Area
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Phou Xang He National Protected Area is a national protected area in Savannakhet Province in central Laos. This mostly pristine forested park is home to a large variety of important animal and bird species.[1] The park is home to the Phu Tai and Katang ethnic groups and is an ecotourism destination.[1][2]
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Phou Xang He National Protected Area | |
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IUCN category VI (protected area with sustainable use of natural resources) | |
Location | Savannakhet Province, Laos |
Nearest city | Savannakhet |
Coordinates | 16°49′1″N 105°44′6″E |
Area | 1,060 km2 (410 sq mi) (decreed), 1,180 km2 (460 sq mi) (current estimate)[1] |
Designated | 29 October 1993 (1993-10-29) |
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