River Kwai Bridge Week

[Nereus]

Title: River Kwai Bridge Week
When: 24.11.2010 - 05.12.2010
Location: Kanchanaburi
Description: Each year in late November to early December, the world famous River Kwae Bridge built by Allied prisoners-of-war during World War II , becomes the focal point of celebrations.

Event highlights include historical and archaeological exhibits, a carnival, folk and cultural performances, rides on World War II vintage trains, and a spectacular light and sound presentation re-enacting the bridge's World War II legacy.

Contact information:
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Kanchanaburi Office
Tel: +66 (0) 3451 1200, (0) 3451 2500
Fax: +66 (0) 3451 1200
E-mail: tatkan@tat.or.th

[hhfarang]

We went a few years ago and it was very enjoyable. For the evening reenactment of the bombing of the bridge I suggest getting a reservation at the floating restaurant closest to the bridge with a table on the rail facing the bridge. That is truly a front row seat! We did this and it was well worth buying the advance tickets. Food was ok too.

Here's some shots from that location. They are hand held so shaky. I forgot to take my tripod!

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[buksida]

Also went a couple of years ago, here's my Apocalypse Now shot ...

[Khundon1975]

Lest we forget what it cost to build that railway line and free millions from the horrors of war around the World.

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