Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Kanchanaburi well known for its lush green jungle / forest landscapes is a popular destination for nature and eco tourism.
Blessed with beautiful waterfalls, national parks, caves, and relics and historical monuments of World War II (River Kwai, Hell Fire Pass) Kanchanaburi is a unique province (3rd largest in Thailand) offering a wide range of activities such as river rafting, trekking, 18-hole international standard golfing, camping and more. Kanchanaburi City is a well known resort spot on the river banks of Mae Klong where Kwai Noi and Kwai Yai meets.
The city area provides variety of accommodations ranging from bamboo rafts afloat on the rivers or luxury cabins and resorts.
Thungyai National Park, recently enlisted as one of United Nations’ World Natural Heritage, is recognized as a pristine national wildlife sanctuary.
With 19,486 sq. kilometers of natural forest and jungle, a journey through its passages with the calming of the sounds into stillness as night falls – an experience beyond expressions of words.
See also: National Parks in Kanchanaburi province
Kanchanaburi, Travel Videos, History, Information
Kanchanaburi is subdivided into 13 districts (Amphoe): Mueang Kanchanaburi, Sai Yok, Bo Phloi, Lao Khwan, Dan Makham Tia, Nong Prue, Huai Krachao, Si Sawat, Tha Maka, Tha Muang, Thong Pha Phum, Sangkhla Buri and Phanom Thuan
Tourist attractions and places of interest in Kanchanaburi, Thailand
The bridge over the Kwae river, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
The major landmark is the black iron bridge spanning the Khwae Yai river which was brought.. Read more
Kanchanaburi City Attractions, West Thailand
River Kwai Bridge, JEATH War Museum, Kanchanaburi War Cemetery (Don Rak), Tham Khao Noi Temple, Wat Tham Sua.. read more
Khao Laem National Park, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
About 190 km. from Kanchanaburi on Highway 323 (Thong Pha Phum-Sangkhla Burl), ...
Erawan National Park, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
The Erawan National Park is located in Amphoe Si Sawat, Kanchanaburi province. It is a beautiful forest park.... Read more
Sai Yok National Park, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
Also known as Khao Phang Waterfall, 60 kilometres from town via Highway No. 323. this roadside cascade...
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Mueang Sing Historical Park, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
Surrounded by limestone hills, on the bank of the Kwae Noi, is the ancient city of Muang Sign, located in Tampon Sign ... Read more
Khuen Srinagarindra National Park, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
It was announced on 23 December, 1981, to be a national park with an area of 953.500 rai... Read more
Three Pagodas Pass, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
The end of the Thai border in the west is located in Tambon Nong Lu on Highway 323, about 4 km. before getting..... Read more
Hin Dat Hot Spring, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
Hin Dat Hot Spring, formerly known as Kuimang Hot Spring, located 130 km. from Kanchanaburi between Km.... Read more
Monkey School, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
Opened in 2004 and now houses 17 trained monkeys and 1 gibbon. Kanchanaburi Monkey School... Read more
Tiger Temple, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Kwai River, viewpoint, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
The River Kwai (Khwae Noi) is a river in western Thailand that merges with Khwae Yai River.... Read more
Wat Tham Mangkon Thong Temple, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
Situated 5 km from the town and accessible via bicycle or motorbike, Wat Tham Mangkon... Read more
The Nine-Army Battle Historical Park, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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The Wong Po bridge, Tham Kra Sae, Thai-Burma Railway (Death Railway), Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Ancient Town of Kanchanaburi Wat Pa Lay Laig, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum & Walking Trail, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Sangkhlaburi, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
Sangkhlaburi is a small town located about 5 hours Northwest of Bangkok in the province of Kanchanaburi... Read more
Ban Kao National Museum, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Kanchanaburi Safari Park Open Zoo, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Don Chedi Archaeological Site, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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Khoa Poon Cave, Kanchanaburi, West Thailand
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