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Salawin National Park
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The Salawin National Park or Salween National Park(Thai: อุทยานแห่งชาติสาละวิน) is located in Mae Sariang and Sop Moei Districts in Mae Hong Son Province, northern Thailand, adjacent to its border with Burma.[2] Much of the Thai part of the Salween River[3] is included in the 721 square kilometres (278 sq mi) park.
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อุทยานแห่งชาติสาละวิน | |
![]() The Salawin River at Mae Sam Laep, a village located within the park | |
Location | Mae Hong Son |
Coordinates | 18°05′N 97°45′E[1] |
Area | 721 km2 (278 sq mi) |
Established | 1994 |
Visitors | 2,054 (in 2019) |
Governing body | Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation |
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The terrain includes the mountainous forested area of the Dawna Range and the rocky river. Populated areas within the park include the Karen village of Ta Tar Fan,[4] and the riverside village of Mae Sam Laep.[5]