Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi located west of Thailand approximately 130 kilometres from Bangkok. It is known for scenic beauty waterfalls, mountains, River Kwai Bridge, Death Railway as well as National parks. If you ask why Kanchanaburi is very know place more than other part of Thailand. I would say perhaps Kanchanaburi is known because of River Kwai Bridge, this historic bridge built during world war II by Allied prisoners of war, which is a very popular tourist attraction now. This province also offers a wide range of historical sites like trekking, rafting, and wildlife viewing as well as numerous museums and historical sites related to the war.
But, In this article I am going to include for you “One day trip to Kanchanaburi by train” the train depart from Bangkok Railway Station (also known as Hua Lamphong Railway Station) in the weekend. This train is specially operated by Thailand Government for tourist purposes. Let me tell you the cost of travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi is 120 Baht per head (Up/down) which is equivalent to $3.50. If you are traveling alone and you have short time then this is the best way to go and enjoy the scenic beauty of Kanchanaburi including mountains, waterfalls, River Kwai etc.
The train gives you enough time on every tourist destination to explore and it is covering the most known places which is hub for tourists. But yes off course you will not have much freedom like when you use your own and private vehicle. You will have a limited time period to explore every destination. The below destinations are captured by train.
Here are the list for One day trip to Kanchanaburi by train.
Phra Pathom Chedi
The first stop is Nakhon Pathom, which is loacted in central Thailand, this place is approximately 60 Kilometeres from Bangkok. There is a Buddhist temple located in the town of Nakhon Pathom that is know as Phra Pathom Chedi. It is the tallest stupa in world and standing at a height of 120 meters.
Its believed that the temple complex have been founded in the 4th century, this is one of the oldest in Chedi in Thailand. Over the centuries the Chedi has undergone numerous renovations and expansions, this current structure dating back to the 20th century.
The temple features the number of amazing structure and monuments along with a museum showcase of Buddhist art and object as well as several small chedis shrines. Thai Buddhists consider Phra Pathom Chedi as a sacred site, and both local and foreign tourists enjoy visiting there.
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River Kwai Bridge
The River Kwai Bridge is a historic bridge in the western Thai town of Kanchanaburi. It is famous for its role in World War II, when it was built by Allied prisoners of war under the orders of the Japanese army, as part of the “Death Railway” that was being constructed between Thailand and Burma.
The bridge is made of steel and spans the Mae Klong River, connecting Kanchanaburi with the neighboring province of Burma (now Myanmar). It is about 300 meters long and was completed in 1943, at a great human cost. Over 100,000 forced laborers and prisoners of war have been estimated to have died during the construction of the railway, which was built under harsh conditions in tropical forests.
The River Kwai Bridge is now very popular tourist attraction in Kanchanaburi, tourists come to walk across it, take photos, and learn about its history. There is also a museum nearby, the Thailand-Burma Railway Center, which provides more information about the construction of the Death Railway and the events that took place during World War II in Thailand.
Death Railway Bridge
The Death Railway Bridge is another name for the River Kwai Bridge, which spans the Mae Klong River in the town of Kanchanaburi, Thailand. The bridge has named “Death Railway Bridge” due to the high number of deaths that occurred during the construction, as it was made by Allied prisoners of war during world war II under instructed by Japanese army.
The railway line that the bridge was a part of, known as the Death Railway or the Thai-Burma Railway, was being constructed by the Japanese army to link Thailand and Burma (now Myanmar) and provide a supply route for their troops. The construction was carried out under grueling conditions, with prisoners of war and forced laborers working long hours in tropical heat and difficult terrain. During the railway’s construction, an approximate 100,000 people collapsed, many of them from sickness, starvation, and weariness.
The Death Railway Bridge is now an iconic tourist attraction in Kanchanaburi, serving as a tribute to those who perished during its construction. Visitors can walk across the bridge, take pictures, and learn about its history at the nearby Thailand-Burma Railway Center museum.
Krasae Cave
Krasae Cave, also known as the “Death Railway” or “Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum“, is a historical site located in Kanchanaburi province, Thailand. During world war II, the Japanese force used prisoners of war and Asian laborers to build a railway bridge connecting Thailand and Burma. Krasae Cave was one of the most difficult sections of the railway to build, as it required workers to cut through solid rock.
The conditions for the workers were harsh, with many being subjected to extreme heat, disease, malnutrition, and brutal treatment by their captors.According to the report it is said that approximate 100,000 people died during the building of this railway line, including around 16000 allied prisoners of war.
Today, Krasae Cave serves as a memorial to those who suffered and died during the construction of the railway. The museum displays artifacts and photographs from the time, and visitors can also take a walk along the original railway track and through the cave itself. The site is an important reminder of the atrocities of war and the importance of working towards peace and understanding between nations.
Nam Tok Saiyok Noi Waterfall
Nam Tok Sai Yok Noi is a waterfall located in the Sai Yok National Park in the Kanchanaburi province of Thailand. The waterfall is fed by the Sai Yok Noi River and consists of several tiers, with the total height of approximately 20 meters. The area surrounding the waterfall is lush and green, with a dense jungle canopy and rocks covered in moss.
apart from this natural beauty of the waterfall, there are also other nearby attractions that tourists can to to visit. These include the historic Death Railway Bridge, the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum, and the Erawan National Park, which is home to another popular waterfall and numerous hiking trails.
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
The Kanchanaburi War Cemetery is situated in the town of Kanchanaburi. It is the final burial point for approximately 6,000 Allied Prisoners who perished while building the Thai-Burma Railway during World War II.
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission maintains the cemetery, which is available to those visiters who desire to pay their respects to the dead troops. The graves are arranged in rows and marked with simple headstones, each bearing the name, rank, and regiment of the deceased.
Here, there are also several other war cemeteries in the area, including the Chungkai War Cemetery and the Thanbyuzayat War Cemetery in neighboring Burma (now Myanmar).
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