Khao Khiao Massif

The Khao Khiao Massif (Thai: เขาเขียว, pronounced [kʰǎw kʰǐa̯w]) is a moderately high mountain range near Chonburi, eastern Thailand. This massif has the last substantial forested zone in Chonburi Province, a region that is much affected by urbanization and other forms of human intervention and land degradation.

Khao Khiao Massif
เขาเขียว
The Khao Khiao Massif rising east of Chonburi town
Highest point
PeakKhao Khiao
Elevation789 m (2,589 ft)
Coordinates13°14′45″N 101°4′15″E
Dimensions
Length20 km (12 mi) N/S
Width10 km (6.2 mi) E/W
Geography
Khao Khiao Massif
CountryThailand
RegionChonburi Province
Range coordinates13°14.5′N 101°4′E
Geology
Type of rockSandstone, conglomerate

Khao Khiao is the mountain area closest to Bangkok, rising about 70 km to the southeast of the capital.

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