Guidebook for กาญจนบุรี
Food Scene
All day breakfast. Great Thai food menu such as Pad Thai and Green Curry Chicken. Great gold medalist wining coffee beans.
Lynn's Cafe
Maenamkwai RoadAll day breakfast. Great Thai food menu such as Pad Thai and Green Curry Chicken. Great gold medalist wining coffee beans.
Sightseeing
River Kwai Park Market station
Built during WWII period. Very famous Bridge.
Wat Tham Suea
This Chinese Buddhist Temple is on the same general site as Wat Tham Sua, a Thai Buddhist temple. Wat Tham Khao Noi means temple of the small cave. Today the cave itself is closed and visiting this site is an opportunity to view the very beautiful buildings of both sites. It is also an opportunity to relax and meditate.
Wat Tham Khao Noi
99/9 หนองสะแก ซอย 2This Chinese Buddhist Temple is on the same general site as Wat Tham Sua, a Thai Buddhist temple. Wat Tham Khao Noi means temple of the small cave. Today the cave itself is closed and visiting this site is an opportunity to view the very beautiful buildings of both sites. It is also an opportunity to relax and meditate.
Hellfire Pass (Konyu Cutting) was a particularly difficult section of the line to build. It was the largest rock cutting on the railway measuring 500 m long and 26 m deep. A cutting was chosen over a tunnel because a cutting could be constructed at all points simultaneously. Even so, the Australian, British, Dutch, other allied Prisoners of War and the Asian laborers were forced by the Japanese to work 18 hours a day.
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ヘルファイア・パス解説センター
Hellfire Pass (Konyu Cutting) was a particularly difficult section of the line to build. It was the largest rock cutting on the railway measuring 500 m long and 26 m deep. A cutting was chosen over a tunnel because a cutting could be constructed at all points simultaneously. Even so, the Australian, British, Dutch, other allied Prisoners of War and the Asian laborers were forced by the Japanese to work 18 hours a day.
Pilok Mine used to be one of the largest tin and gold mining neighborhood in Thailand. At the present, it becomes, however, a tourist destination to enjoy old objects and mining atmosphere remained from a few decades ago. Those who visit this place will also go to enjoy attractions around the area as well.
Pilok
Pilok Mine used to be one of the largest tin and gold mining neighborhood in Thailand. At the present, it becomes, however, a tourist destination to enjoy old objects and mining atmosphere remained from a few decades ago. Those who visit this place will also go to enjoy attractions around the area as well.
It is the longest wooden bridge in Thailand and it was built for comfortable transportation of people living in Sangkhlaburi and Mon Villagers. Nowadays the bridge is closed for vehicles but you can still walk over the wooden bridge. The bridge is a popular place to see an unforgettable sunset or sunrise at the dam.
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モン橋（サパン・モン）
Soi Saphan MaiIt is the longest wooden bridge in Thailand and it was built for comfortable transportation of people living in Sangkhlaburi and Mon Villagers. Nowadays the bridge is closed for vehicles but you can still walk over the wooden bridge. The bridge is a popular place to see an unforgettable sunset or sunrise at the dam.
Sangkhlaburi is located 230 km to the north of the province and borders to Burma at Three Pagodas Pass to Muang Phya Tong Sue which is the commercial area of Myanmar and famous for wooden furniture. The border crossing at the Three Pagodas Pass is closed for foreigners at the moment.
ကျာ်စေတဳဍုၚ်ကျာ်ပိThree Pagodas
Sangkhlaburi is located 230 km to the north of the province and borders to Burma at Three Pagodas Pass to Muang Phya Tong Sue which is the commercial area of Myanmar and famous for wooden furniture. The border crossing at the Three Pagodas Pass is closed for foreigners at the moment.
Explore the trace of once-flourish Khmer Kingdom at one of best known Khmer-style religious structures in Thailand. Historians estimated that Prasat Mueang Singh, and its surrounding architectures on the bank of Kwai Noi River, was built between 857 and 1157 as a religious temple of Khmer Kingdom. Prasat Mueang Singh was later abandoned until the reign of King Rama I when the area of Mueang Singh had become one of border cities of Kanchanaburi. The restoration of structures hasn’t completed until 1987, though. This place far from city around 60km. Entrance fee for foreigners 200 THB.
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Prasat Muang Singh Historical Park
Explore the trace of once-flourish Khmer Kingdom at one of best known Khmer-style religious structures in Thailand. Historians estimated that Prasat Mueang Singh, and its surrounding architectures on the bank of Kwai Noi River, was built between 857 and 1157 as a religious temple of Khmer Kingdom. Prasat Mueang Singh was later abandoned until the reign of King Rama I when the area of Mueang Singh had become one of border cities of Kanchanaburi. The restoration of structures hasn’t completed until 1987, though. This place far from city around 60km. Entrance fee for foreigners 200 THB.
Take a boat trip on the lake to see the flooded temples (called sunken temple), Sangkhlaburi
About the story: the village and its temples were located in the valley before the dam built a few years ago swallowed up all this (current lake).
Depending on the season of the year and the rain, it is possible to see the temples that emerge from the water: that's pretty impressive! We came here in August, during the rainy season and access to the temple is by boat only! In April, it is possible to walk to the temples as the depth of the lake is very low during the dry season.
ワット・ワン・ウィーウェーカラーム
84 ตำบล หนองลูTake a boat trip on the lake to see the flooded temples (called sunken temple), Sangkhlaburi
About the story: the village and its temples were located in the valley before the dam built a few years ago swallowed up all this (current lake).
Depending on the season of the year and the rain, it is possible to see the temples that emerge from the water: that's pretty impressive! We came here in August, during the rainy season and access to the temple is by boat only! In April, it is possible to walk to the temples as the depth of the lake is very low during the dry season.
Parks & Nature
Erawan Waterfall is recognized as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand. Erawan has seven separate tiers and all tiers are accessible by a series of trails and footbridges all the way up to the 6th tier. Last tear is accessible by scrambling up to few cliffs for those who like a bit more challenge. The total distance from the trail-head up to the top tier is nearly 1.5 km. Apart from the waterfalls, there are many emerald green ponds which the visitors are allowed to swim in. The ponds are full with fishes.
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Pha Tad Waterfall
Erawan Waterfall is recognized as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand. Erawan has seven separate tiers and all tiers are accessible by a series of trails and footbridges all the way up to the 6th tier. Last tear is accessible by scrambling up to few cliffs for those who like a bit more challenge. The total distance from the trail-head up to the top tier is nearly 1.5 km. Apart from the waterfalls, there are many emerald green ponds which the visitors are allowed to swim in. The ponds are full with fishes.
Hidden inside the Royal Thai Army’s Division of Veterinary and Agriculture is this giant rain tree you might not believe your eyes. A 20-meter-tall single rain tree, aged older than 100 year, features a shady canopy that is measured 51.75 meters in diameter, which means it crowns over an area of 2,416 square meters.
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ジャイアントレインツリー
Hidden inside the Royal Thai Army’s Division of Veterinary and Agriculture is this giant rain tree you might not believe your eyes. A 20-meter-tall single rain tree, aged older than 100 year, features a shady canopy that is measured 51.75 meters in diameter, which means it crowns over an area of 2,416 square meters.
Not the largest but still nice waterfalls. Lots of people and not just tourists, lots of locals having picnics. Not as large and dramatic as the Erawan Falls but still worth visiting. While here do take time to see the W.W.2. Japanese steam engine and do visit the local traders on the other side of the road and try some of their special snacks that we didn't see any where else in Thailand, dried fried banana slices, dried sweet potato slices and, best for us, the candied tamarind pods but beware of the rock hard pips.
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サイヨークノイ滝
Not the largest but still nice waterfalls. Lots of people and not just tourists, lots of locals having picnics. Not as large and dramatic as the Erawan Falls but still worth visiting. While here do take time to see the W.W.2. Japanese steam engine and do visit the local traders on the other side of the road and try some of their special snacks that we didn't see any where else in Thailand, dried fried banana slices, dried sweet potato slices and, best for us, the candied tamarind pods but beware of the rock hard pips.
Famous tourist attraction in Kanchanaburi. There are a number of both Thai and foreign tourists coming to visit this place throughout the year. This water fall flows from cliffs into Kwai Noi River, so visitors can also come to enjoy this fall by boat. Part of Sai Yok Water fall, about 100 kilometers. Kanchanaburi city.
Sai Yok Yai Water Fall
Famous tourist attraction in Kanchanaburi. There are a number of both Thai and foreign tourists coming to visit this place throughout the year. This water fall flows from cliffs into Kwai Noi River, so visitors can also come to enjoy this fall by boat. Part of Sai Yok Water fall, about 100 kilometers. Kanchanaburi city.
Etong village is an attraction for touching traditions and cultures of Burmese people, since this village is situated near the Thai-Burmese border. With quietness, natural atmosphere and unique local traditions unlike anywhere in Thailand, Etong village is one of an interesting place for tourists to visit. Fresh seafood can also be seen as a highlight here because of good taste with cheap price. It is also an opportunity to look around a few other attractions not far from the village.
E-tong Village
Etong village is an attraction for touching traditions and cultures of Burmese people, since this village is situated near the Thai-Burmese border. With quietness, natural atmosphere and unique local traditions unlike anywhere in Thailand, Etong village is one of an interesting place for tourists to visit. Fresh seafood can also be seen as a highlight here because of good taste with cheap price. It is also an opportunity to look around a few other attractions not far from the village.
Khao Chang Phueak
Jokkradin waterfall came from the word “Kokkradan” Jok or Kok means rock and Kradin or Kradan means waterfall. Jokkradin means waterfall that flows through the rock. An original source is from E-pu mountain in an area of Tungsten mining. It is 5 kilometers long.
Jokkradin waterfall located at an area of Thongphaphum National park. It has only one floor. The water flows all year round. It is very spectacular. Water falls through the cliff 30 meters high spread and become steam float through the air.
チョックラディンの滝
Jokkradin waterfall came from the word “Kokkradan” Jok or Kok means rock and Kradin or Kradan means waterfall. Jokkradin means waterfall that flows through the rock. An original source is from E-pu mountain in an area of Tungsten mining. It is 5 kilometers long.
Jokkradin waterfall located at an area of Thongphaphum National park. It has only one floor. The water flows all year round. It is very spectacular. Water falls through the cliff 30 meters high spread and become steam float through the air.
Huay Mae khamin Waterfall is a great alternative to the well known and busy Erawan falls. The seven level falls are amongst the most stunning in Thailand and due to the off the trail location, can be enjoyed in relative peace and quiet, away from hordes of tourists. The waterfalls source is in the mountains to the east of the park, and eventually flow down to the River Kwai Yai. Other waterfall’s in the park include Pha Sawan and Pha Tat. Swimming is permitted all around the falls apart from the large drop on level four. The park also has many other attractions such as caves, hot springs, and the island studded Si Sawat Reservoir.
ファイメーカーミンの滝
Unnamed RdHuay Mae khamin Waterfall is a great alternative to the well known and busy Erawan falls. The seven level falls are amongst the most stunning in Thailand and due to the off the trail location, can be enjoyed in relative peace and quiet, away from hordes of tourists. The waterfalls source is in the mountains to the east of the park, and eventually flow down to the River Kwai Yai. Other waterfall’s in the park include Pha Sawan and Pha Tat. Swimming is permitted all around the falls apart from the large drop on level four. The park also has many other attractions such as caves, hot springs, and the island studded Si Sawat Reservoir.
Local residences call it the Khao Laem Dam. Being the western dam in Kanchanaburi and the further one from the town, it provides a very good escape for visitors seeking solitude specially spending a night on the floating raft in the dam. The beautiful nature, wonderful sunset and twilight, open sky with Milky Way spread across the sky and wake up with virgin surrounding of the new day are more than one can dream for. Fishing is a must do sport for this dam. Highly recommend to spend a night in this wonderful dam.
Vajiralongkorn Dam
Local residences call it the Khao Laem Dam. Being the western dam in Kanchanaburi and the further one from the town, it provides a very good escape for visitors seeking solitude specially spending a night on the floating raft in the dam. The beautiful nature, wonderful sunset and twilight, open sky with Milky Way spread across the sky and wake up with virgin surrounding of the new day are more than one can dream for. Fishing is a must do sport for this dam. Highly recommend to spend a night in this wonderful dam.
Srinagarindra Dam is the largest rockfill-with-clay-core dam in Thailand. It is built to serve as basin to collect flood water during the flood season, generate water-power electricity and supply water for agriculture and fishery.
Srinakarin Dam
Srinagarindra Dam is the largest rockfill-with-clay-core dam in Thailand. It is built to serve as basin to collect flood water during the flood season, generate water-power electricity and supply water for agriculture and fishery.
Arts & Culture
The Thailand-Burma Railway Centre is an interactive museum, information and research facility dedicated to presenting the history of the Thailand-Burma Railway. This ran 415 km from Ban Pong in Thailand to Thanbuyuzayat in Burma, and was built by the Imperial Japanese Army during the second World War using Allied prisoners of war and impressed Asian labours. The Centre is fully air-conditioned and offers the visitor an educational and moving experience.
タイ・ビルマ鉄道センター
73 Chao Khun Nen RdThe Thailand-Burma Railway Centre is an interactive museum, information and research facility dedicated to presenting the history of the Thailand-Burma Railway. This ran 415 km from Ban Pong in Thailand to Thanbuyuzayat in Burma, and was built by the Imperial Japanese Army during the second World War using Allied prisoners of war and impressed Asian labours. The Centre is fully air-conditioned and offers the visitor an educational and moving experience.
This small, open-air museum displays correspondence and artwork from former POWs involved in the building of the Death Railway. Their harsh living conditions are evident in the many photos on display alongside personal effects and war relics, including an unexploded Allied bomb dropped to destroy the bridge.
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JEATH War Museum
This small, open-air museum displays correspondence and artwork from former POWs involved in the building of the Death Railway. Their harsh living conditions are evident in the many photos on display alongside personal effects and war relics, including an unexploded Allied bomb dropped to destroy the bridge.
World War II Art Gallery and Museum is a private museum established by Mr. Aran Chansiri, a jewelry entrepreneur in Kanchanaburi Province. The museum was found in 1995. It is located near Kwae Yai River and River Kwae Bridge. The museum is a group of exhibition houses. There are various contents of exhibitions.
Arts Gallery and War Museum
415 Maenamkwai RdWorld War II Art Gallery and Museum is a private museum established by Mr. Aran Chansiri, a jewelry entrepreneur in Kanchanaburi Province. The museum was found in 1995. It is located near Kwae Yai River and River Kwae Bridge. The museum is a group of exhibition houses. There are various contents of exhibitions.
Shopping
Most convenience in town. All you ever need for your shopping. Also, movie theater for movies goer.
Sf Cinema Robinson Kanchanaburi
Most convenience in town. All you ever need for your shopping. Also, movie theater for movies goer.
Essentials
Tops market Robinson Kanchanaburi
All you ever needed for everyday life.
Entertainment & Activities
Sf Cinema Robinson Kanchanaburi
It's the only movie theater in town.