Two national parks are located in the province, protecting the rain forests.
When created in 1959, the national park protected an area of 13,000 ha.
The park protects a wetland environment and an adjacent marine area.
The park itself protects a large number of wild elephants which are native to the area.
Today, the park protects more than 4,000 archaeological sites.
The park also protects 57 rare species of plant.
Each park protects a distinct ecosystem and variety of species.
He said the park would also protect the territory's status as a tourist destination in Asia.
Six national parks protect the largely untouched, yet fragile environment.
The park protects areas of white spruce old growth.