About Chaloem Phra Kiat Aquarium
Chaloem Phra Kiat Aquarium is a freshwater aquarium located on the edge of Bueng Si Fai lake in Mueang Phichit District, Phichit Province. Built to honour King Bhumibol Adulyadej, it exhibits native Thai freshwater fish and exotic species in tunnel and tank displays. The aquarium serves as an educational centre on freshwater ecology and is a popular family attraction within the Bueng Si Fai public park area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an indoor freshwater aquarium with glass tunnel and large tanks displaying Mekong giant catfish, giant freshwater stingray, arapaima, and various native Thai species. The building is located beside Bueng Si Fai lake within a landscaped park. Exhibits are arranged on one main floor with informational panels in Thai and English. The visit involves walking through tunnel and viewing galleries, photography of fish, and views of the surrounding lake and park grounds.
Key highlights
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Freshwater fish tunnel with 360-degree viewing
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Exhibits of Mekong giant catfish and other large Thai freshwater species
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Collection of exotic freshwater fish including arapaima
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Location on Bueng Si Fai, one of Thailand's large natural freshwater lakes
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Educational displays on freshwater ecology and conservation
History of Chaloem Phra Kiat Aquarium
Built as the Chaloem Phra Kiat project to honour King Bhumibol Adulyadej on the occasion of his 80th birthday anniversary, the aquarium was developed by Phichit Province and the Department of Fisheries as an educational facility for freshwater fisheries and conservation at Bueng Si Fai.
Culture & Context
Serves as a provincial learning centre for freshwater fish conservation and environmental education, reflecting the cultural importance of Bueng Si Fai and freshwater fisheries to Phichit Province, known as the land of crocodiles in local folklore.
Route
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