Friday, November 11, 2022

Bridge over River Kwai

Kanchanaburi - Numerous books and films on this "Bridge over River Kwai' has made this location famous and attracted both Thais and foreigners.   

Bridge over River Kwai

This steel bridge is one of important historical landmarks and memorials in Thailand. It is almost a symbol of the province and is a recommended place in Kanchanaburi travel guide. The history of the bridge is well known, as it was part of the railway lines in World War II and had seen its share of conflict and bloodshed. 


After World War II, the damaged bridge was renovated by the Thai government in 1946. 


Along the train tracks, there are train platform in case you are not able to reach the other end of the tracks when the train passes.

Lesley and I on one of the train platform

Train is approaching



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