Bueng Krachap

Bueng Kra Chap (or spelled Bueng Krachap; Thai: บึงกระจับ) is a freshwater lake in Thailand, situated in the area of Nong Kop Subdistrict, Ban Pong District, Ratchaburi Province, regarded as the oldest and largest lake in the western region of Thailand.

This article is about lake of Ratchaburi Province. For tambon (subdistrict) of Phetchabun Province, see Wichian Buri District.
Bueng Kra Chap and lakeside restaurant at sundown

Bueng Kra Chap is not a natural lake, it is an artificial lake that was excavated in World War II era, with a total area of 251 rai (99 acres), covering the area of Ban Pong District to the neighboring district of Photharam.

Its name "Bueng Kra Chap", refers to "water caltrop marsh". Because there used to be may Kra Chap trees (water caltrop in Thai) in this area. Nowadays, although water caltrop have disappeared, the name "Bueng Kra Chap" is still used for this lake.

Presently, the lake is a freshwater fish breeding centre, and also a venue for water sports such as jet skiing and canoeing, with a resting place for locals and outsiders.

Around the lake, there are many restaurants to service tourists or locals that visit the place. It has a very beautiful view, especially at sundown.[1]

Wat Bueng Kra Chap temple and its school are nearby places. [2]

References
  1. "บึงกระจับ" [Bueng Kra Chap]. Tiao Ratchaburi.com (in Thai).
  2. "บึงกระจับ" [Bueng Kra Chap]. Krachab.go.th (in Thai).

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