2008/04/24

Wat Wang Wiwekaram


The temple situated near Mon Brige, approximately 225 kilometers away from Kanchanaburi town. This extensive temple on the southern outskirts of Sangklaburi edges on Khao Laem reservoir. The complex is constructed in an unusual mix of Thai, Indian, and Burmese Buddhist architectural styles, and the abbot “Luang Pho Uttama” is highly revered among local people, Thai, Karen, Mon, including tribal folk and Burmese.
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2008/04/20

Erawan Waterfall




Situated in Erawan Nation Park is 65 km. from town along Highway No.3199. The park, covering 550 square km., is the site of the 7-tiered Erawan Waterfall, one of Thailand’s loveliest waterfalls. The second tier has a pool, which is ideal for swimming and is particularly picturesque. However, the most popular activity in the park is trekking. Bungalow and camping facilities and a daytime food market are available. Visitors may take a bus from the Kanchanaburi Bus Station to the waterfall every 50 minutes from 8.00 a.m. to 5.20 p.m. The journey take 1.5 hrs., last bus back from the falls 4.00 p.m.
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Mon Bridge





Also known locally as “Uttamanuson Bridge”, the bridge links Sangkhlaburi market and Mon Villages. Thailand’s longest wooden bridge, it is 850 meters long and crosses Songkalia River. In addition, it is a famous viewpoint from which to admire the merging point of three rivers, Songkalia, Bikhli and Ranti.