2.7 Kanchanaburi

Located 130 kms. west of Bangkok, just a two-hour drive away, the small town of Kanchanaburi is the capital of Thailand's third largest province, which covers almost 20,000 square kilometres and stretches as far west as the border with Myanmar.

• Explore the Thai countryside without travelling too far out of Bangkok. See the hills and valleys with intriguing temples and historical sites.
• Known for beautiful waterfalls and caves, Kanchanaburi's Erawan National Park, Chalern National Park, Khao Lam National Park, Sri Nakarin National Park, Sai Yok National Park, Thong Pha Phum National Park and Lam Klong Ngu National Park are a must see.
• Visit the historic 'Death Railway' at the Bridge over the River Kwai Museum. The bridge was built by the Allied prisoners of war under Japanese command during WWII. There is a memorial, two museums and the War Cemetery.
• Enjoy exciting adventure sports such as rafting, cycling and trekking.
• Visit Elephant's World. Elephant's World is a sanctuary for sick, old, disabled, abused and rescued elephants who are well cared for. Visitors can help take care of the elephants by feeding and bathing them.
• Kanchanaburi has an abundance of river lodges that offers amazing river views.

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