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Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi is forever tied to the infamous "Death Railway" and the steel bridge over the Khwae Noi River, where war cemeteries and museums sit alongside a laid-back riverside town. Beyond the wartime history, the surrounding province opens into limestone hills, waterfalls and national parks that make it as much a nature escape as a history lesson.
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Frequently asked questions about Kanchanaburi
How do I get to Kanchanaburi?
Kanchanaburi has no airport of its own — the closest air links are Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK), from which it's reached by road (~2 hours) or by a scenic local train from Bangkok's Thonburi Station, with buses also running from Bangkok's southern bus terminal.
How many days should I spend in Kanchanaburi?
Most visitors cover the bridge, Death Railway Museum and war cemetery on a day trip (~1 day), but staying ~2-3 days allows time to also reach Erawan National Park's waterfalls or ride the rail line further to Nam Tok.
What is Kanchanaburi known for?
Kanchanaburi is forever tied to the infamous "Death Railway" and the steel bridge over the Khwae Noi River, where war cemeteries and museums sit alongside a laid-back riverside town. Beyond the wartime history, the surrounding province opens into limestone hills, waterfalls and national parks that make it as much a nature escape as a history lesson.