Phurua National Park

After Petchabun, it took me more than an hour to be in another province called Loei.  Before heading to Chiang Khan, I stopped by Phurua Nationak Park.  The Phurua mountain is the highest in Loei and is home to many flowering plants and tress commonly found in cold places.  As in every mountain I had the chance to visit, there would always be a shrine for worship.  

The trees were of pines scattered everywhere giving the vibes of being in Baguio.  The flowers of multiple colours gave a bright contrast to all green and brown.

The view from the mountain top was spectacular. I learned that there are times, especially early in the morning, that a sea of clouds is visible within reach.  It would be like floating in heaven. 

From the top, one can panoramically see Hueng and Klong Rivers. The interesting and strangely formed rock formations can capture your imagination.  The sun covered the land with golden colour so each photograph is worth a click. 

I find the steps interesting as there were paw prints from each slab of stone of animals found in the forest and mountain range of Phurua.  One needs to be aware of his surrounding to see what lurks in every corner.  An awareness of one's surrounding can bring new discovery.