Pak Chong
ปากช่อง | |
|---|---|
 Lam Takhong Reservoir | |
 District location in Nakhon Ratchasima province | |
| Coordinates: 14°42′45″N 101°25′19″E / 14.71250°N 101.42194°E | |
| Country | Thailand |
| Province | Nakhon Ratchasima |
| Seat | Pak Chong |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,825.2 km2 (704.7 sq mi) |
| Population (2015) | |
| • Total | 193,197 |
| • Density | 100.0/km2 (259/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+7 (ICT) |
| Postal code | 30130, 30320 |
| Geocode | 3021 |
Pak Chong (Thai: ปากช่อง, pronounced [pàːk tɕʰɔ̂ŋ]; Northeastern Thai: ปากช่อง, pronounced [pàːk sɔ̄ŋ]) is the westernmost district (amphoe) of Nakhon Ratchasima province, northeastern Thailand, and the main point of entry into Isan as the main road and rail lines cross the Dong Phaya Yen Mountains into the region. It is a popular tourist destination, especially among weekenders from Bangkok, and is home to many resorts and touristy attractions, in addition to the main entrance into Khao Yai National Park.