Kanchanaburi Town in Thailand

By Pauline Go

Kanchanaburi, a quaint little town in Thailand, is located 129 kilometers west of Bangkok. It has a mountainous landscape and is considered to be the third largest province in Thailand. Historians state that this town was near a village called Ban Lat Ya. The village has a historical background. It was used by the Burmese to invade Thai kingdoms.

Bordered by the Thanon Thongchai Range, this place is a welcome sight with its hilly terrain, sparkling waterfalls, gushing rivers, and several wildlife sanctuaries. Two important rivers, Maenam Khwae Noi and Maenam Khwae Yai originate from this range. Namtok, the largest waterfall in Thailand, is found in this region.

Kanchanaburi, is looked upon as a tourists’ paradise. Filled with a wide range of exciting activities like river rafting, fishing, mountain climbing, bird watching, mountain trekking, mountain biking, exploring forests and sanctuaries, staying in bamboo rafts, canoeing, and golfing. It is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy. What is more, if you have an urge for adventure, you can get the opportunity to explore exciting caves. These caves are noted for being the dwelling spots of Neolithic men. You can also get to visit memorable places, such as Bridge on the River Kwai. The name is very famous because it was one of the World War II sites and a famous movie was made based on this site.

People in this area are mostly farmers but the town also has various industries such as sugar, agricultural products, and gemstones. The local people are simple in nature and love to celebrate festivals with lots of music and dance. These festivals are being celebrated and have been passed down to generations for centuries.

Kanchanaburi is well known for its scenic beauty and for being a source of major attraction for the tourists. In short, it is the perfect place to visit to enjoy and have a fun-filled and relaxing vacation.

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