Kanchanaburi
Situated near the Myanmar border, Kanchanaburi played a pivotal role in protecting then Siam during conflicts with the Burmese. It gained international prominence due to the Word War 2 movie 'Bridge Over The River Kwai'. The area is today a favourite getaway for its truly scenic natural beauty.
Kanchanaburi History
Highlights
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Ban Kao National Museum
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Mueang Sing Historical Park
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Old City Gate
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Skywalk Kanchanaburi
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Pak Prak Heritage Street
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Wat Chai Chumphon Chana Songkhram
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World War II
Highlights
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Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre
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Tham Krasae Train Ride
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Death Railway Museum
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JEATH Museum
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Bridge Over The River Kwai
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River Kwai Park Market
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Buddhist Temples
Highlights
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Wat Chai Chumphon Chana Songkhram
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Wat Tham Suea
- Wat Tham Khao Noi
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Wat Ban Tham
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Giant Monkey Pod Tree
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Local Products Store
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Taoist Buddhist
Highlights
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Chua Khanh Thọ
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12 Zodiac Shrine
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Somdej Phra Yannasangworn Hall
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Kuanyin Temple
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Wat Tham Phu Wa
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Wat Metta Dharma Bodhiyan
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Elephant Foundation
Highlights
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Elephant Interactive Centre
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Participate in responsible care of aged elephants
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Cut banana trees or tallgrass for elephant feed
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Cook sticky rice & prepare fruits
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Make paper from elephant dung
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