KANCHANABURI TOUR

Ban Nong Khao is one district in Kanchanaburi, about 12 km. away from the province. Villagers here still live simply in an agricultural society and old-style houses practicing culture and traditions which has been transmitted from generation to generation. Tourists can experience rice pounding, Thai typical desserts, molded sugar production, tonsuring ceremony, rice-growing, Phleng Yoei and Phleng Phuang Malai folk singing.To get there from Kanchanaburi, take Route 324 (Kanchanaburi-Suphan Buri) for about 12 km. If you want to travel in a group, please contact TAT; Central Region Office, Region 1. Officials will provide cultural performances concerning local culture and traditions of Ban Nong Khao villagers with a local cuisine dinner served by Ban Nong Khao villagers. Otherwise, contact Wat Inthraram (Wat Nong Khao) directly at Tel. 0 3458 6060, 0 3458 6208, 0 3465 9663, 0 3458 6003.

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Rai Khun Mon which is only 1 km away from the Safari Park. When you see the direction sign leading to Rai Khun Mon, drive along a laterite road for another 2 km., then, you will get to the production factory of fried bananas in vacuum packages which are one famous snack served on Thai Airways’ aircrafts. Furthermore, it is one of the OTOP products of Kanchanaburi, too. Tourists can see the overall production process and buy some products as snacks during the trip or as souvenirs. Besides, other products include corn milk, and herbal Krayasat which is a dessert for people who are concerned about health. It is open daily at 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. For more information, call  08 1944 7971, 08 1585 3227 Fax: 0 34453 1487.

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This village is located approximately 70 kilometers west of Thong Pha Phum on Route 3272. At present, temperate fruits and decorative winter plants can be seen and bought at Pilok and the villages en route. Only four-wheeled cars are recommended. Attractions include several waterfalls set in lush forests which adventurous visitors can explore on foot.

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Located at Mu 3 Ban Lum Phueng, Tambon Lum Sum and offering a 30-minute nature trek on elephant and rafting. There is a daily elephant show during 8.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. To get there, from Kanchanaburi, take the Sai Yok – Thong Pha Phum route for some 30 minutes to around Km. 45, or a train and get off at Wang Pho Station. Open daily during 8.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. For a group visit, please contact in advance. Tel. 0 3459 1255, 0 3459 1102, 08 1878 9979.

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To get there, from Kanchanaburi, take the Sai Yok – Thong Pha Phum route for some 30 minutes to around Km. 45, or a train and get off at Wang Pho Station.

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Located near Wang Pho Railway Station. Elephant shows, elephant riding and rafting are provided for visitors. It opens at 8.00 a.m.–6.00 p.m. For further information, please call Tel. 0 3459 1018. To get there, take Highway 323 and turn into Highway 3343 for 7 km.

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To get there, take Highway 323 and turn into Highway 3343 for 7 km.

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The Safari Park is located approximately 40 kilometers from town along the Kanchanaburi-Bo Phloi route. It is home to numerous African and Asian mammals, including giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers and bears that dwell in beautifully landscaped environs. Visitors can drive their private car to explore the park or use the bus service provided by the park. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission fee is 300 baht for adults and 150 baht for children. Call 0 3453 1888, 0 3453 1999, 0 3450 0089 or fax. 0 3450 0088 for further information.

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It is 40 km. from the town on Highway 3086 (Kanchanaburi-Bo Phloi). When getting to Km. 21, the direction sign to the safari park will be on the left

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Suan Onanong Chuan Chom is opposite to the Talat Khet Public Health Centre in Amphoe Phanom Thuan, about 40 km. from Kanchanaburi on the Kanchanaburi-Suphan Buri Route (Highway 324). It is the largest desert rose (‘Chuan Chom’ in Thai) garden in Kanchanaburi with an area of 40 rai (64,000 square metres). Tourists can visit the garden to experience various kinds of desert rose and to buy some breeds of the flowers to take back home. Please contact Khun Onanong at Tel. 08 1856 7799, 08 1905 5299, 0 3457 1193.For further information about agrotourism, please contact the Kanchanaburi Provincial Agricultural Office at Tel 0 3451 1254 ext. 13, 0 3451 2924.

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Located at Surasi Military Camp, Tambon Lat Ya, Amphoe Mueang Kanchanaburi, in Western Thailand, this studio was the location of the great historic film “The Legend of King Naresuan”.  This epic trilogy of historical movies reflects the relationship between the Siamese Kingdom of Ayutthaya and the Hongsawadi Kingdoms, which are located in present-day Burma.  The events in the films lead up to the declaration of Ayutthaya’s independence from the Burmese, by King Naresuan the Great, in 1584.  Lavish and expensive, this production represents the pinnacle of Thai film-making.Within the 700-acre compound of wild land, magnificent buildings were created through meticulous historical research.  Visitors can enjoy magnificent palace replicas and gleamingly gilded halls, pagodas, temples and ancient villages of both the Ayutthaya and Hongsawadi Kingdoms.  One of the highlights from past Ayutthaya is Sanphet Prasat Palace, which has been left as a ruin due to Ayutthaya’s 2nd loss to Burma when everything was totally razed and burnt; at present only the brick foundations of this palace can be seen. The Palace showcases the incomparable magnificence of the Ayutthaya Court.Other interesting highlights are the Weapons Storage Room, Hongsawadi Wall, the Lion Throne, the Dungeon, the Portuguese Gun Exhibit, Ayutthaya Wall, and the Props Storage Room.  Visitors tired out by a long day of sightseeing may want to relax with a traditional Thai massage, which is available on-site.  Furthermore, visitors can also enjoy various activities such as dressing in traditional historic costumes (a unique souvenir photo opportunity!), as well as horse, elephant and cart riding.  The studio compound also includes souvenir shops. A pair of huge Singha statues (mythical lions mixed with other creatures) welcomes visitors at the entrance to the compound.  A brochure and map, as well as a brief introductory lecture about the Studio are provided at the Information Centre where visitors pay the entrance fee.  There are also guide lecturers stationed at various spots, and plasma screens giving historical background and describing scenes from the Naresuan films.  The guided sightseeing walk takes approximately 2 hours.Visiting Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. every day. Ticket: 200 baht.Getting There:

By car

Prommitr Film Studio is about 24 kilometres away from Kanchanaburi Town. Take Route 3199 Kanchanaburi – Srinakarin Dam for 18 kilometres to Lat Ya Intersection.  From there, take the right turn and continue past Surasi Military Camp for another 3 kilometres till you reach the studio entrance.  Follow the signs for another 2 kilometres. By public transportation:

Take a song thaew (a pickup truck with two rows of bench seats down the sides) from Kanchanaburi Town to Lat Ya Intersection. From this intersection, visitors will have to set an appointment with a driver and negotiate the price.For more information, contact Prommitr Film Studio Company, tel. 0 3453 2057 or 0 3453 2058, fax. 0 3453 2056.

Bangkok Office tel. 0 2736 2300

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This service is offered to tourists by hotels in Amphoe Sangkhla Buri. The programme starts with rowing boats along Huai Song Ka Lia, riding elephants and rafting. Please contact tour agencies in Kanchanaburi in advance or get more information at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Central Region Office, Region 1, or call Tel. 0 3462 3691 and 0 3451 2500.

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Kirdkao Observatory

Kirdkao Observatory is situated in Tambon Lum Rang, Amphoe Bo Phloi. From Bangkok, take Highway 323 and turn into Highway 3086 (Kanchanaburi-Bo Phloi). At Km 49, a direction sign of Air Marshal Samroeng Kirdkao’s farm is on your left. Turn left and keep on for 3 km. This is a place where you can gain knowledge about stars and nature. If you are interested in astronomy, you will love this. They have arranged a corner for star-watching, an observatory in a dome shape and accommodation in a capsule shape. Please contact Captain Thakun Kirdkao at Tel. 08 1927 4140, or Khun Anna Kirdkao at Tel. 08 1848 6482, or postal address: Kirdkao Observatory, P.O. Box 3, POB Royal Thai Air Force, Bangkok 10213.

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take Highway 323 and turn into Highway 3086 (Kanchanaburi-Bo Phloi). At Km 49

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