Kanchanaburi

Kanchanaburi is one of the most interesting towns that Thailand has to offer. Steeped in history of World War II, it attracts many visitors from allied countries to visit the many sites dedicated in memory of those that fought there.


Hellfire Pass Hellfire Pass is well worth a visit when you are in Kanchanaburi...more.

Getting to River Kwai Road from the Bus Station We took the bus from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. It leaves from the Southern Bus Terminal which is a bit out of the centre of Bangkok...more.

River Rafting on the tour in Kanchanaburi Included in most tours is a river rafting experience. Unless you go during the rainy season, it is really just floating slowly along a stream...more.


Doing a tour in Kanchanaburi There are 2 trekking companies in Kanchanaburi. Both offer a variety of tours that cover most of the attractions around the area. We went with Good Times Travel services. 1 day tours cost about 850 baht that includes a simple lunch...more.


Keeree Tara to eat The Keeree Tara restaurant sits on the banks of the River Kwai near the bridge. A great setting with a magnificent view. The food is beautifully presented and served. 4 of us ate there in Jan 2010 and the bill came to less than 1200 baht for a table starter...more.


A great place to stay in Kanchanaburi Stayed at the Pong Phen guesthouse. A great place on the banks of the River Kwai. 900 baht a night...more.

A little restaurant in Kanchanaburi Remembered a nice local restaurant that is used by one of the tour companies...more.
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