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Kanchanaburi Vacations
Kanchanaburi, in the west of the country, is a beautiful region visited mainly for the bridge on the River Kwai and for the national parks in the area.
Visit Kanchanaburi
- Nature, Adventure & Sport
- Art & Culture
- River
Kanchanaburi: How to get there?
Three hours by bus from Bangkok
Kanchanaburi: When to go?
From November to March
Kanchanaburi: For how long?
2 to 3 days
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Kanchanaburi: What to see in the surroundings?
What our travelers think about their stay
Kanchanaburi is a place famous for its bridge over the River Kwai and its dark past concerning the building of the "death railway" during World War II.
My suggestion
The tour by train is very touristy but does give you excellent views of the surrounding countryside.
Kanchanaburi, in the west of the country, is a beautiful region visited mainly for the bridge on the River Kwai and for the national parks in the area.
My suggestion
It is possible to reach to Kanchanaburi by train from Bangkok, which is a very convenient way to get there.
Kanchanaburi, located in the centre of Thailand, is famous for its 'Bridge on the River Kwai.'
My suggestion
Don't just visit the bridge however: take advantage of the area's wonderful countryside too!
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