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Thailand is one of the favorite destinations for all of us when we imagine the Our dream vacation, this is the combiner Magical beaches, breathtaking views, An outstanding culinary experience, markets and shopping centers - at a cheap price and in a particularly vibrant and colorful atmosphere.
For many years, the Kingdom of Siam has starred in the list of the most popular tourist destinations among Israeli tourists, but not only - young groups, Families with little ones and honeymoon couples - Every year the exotic country is visited by tens of millions of tourists from all over the world who want to enjoy all the abundance it has to offer.
One of the most favorite destinations for tourists is the beautiful town Kanchanaburi which earns a great name among travelers in Thailand, both thanks to the variety of activities and attractions it has for adults and children, but also due to its relative proximity to the capital city Bangkok, which allows easy access to the attractive destination without needing a domestic flight or ferry.
In fact, Kanchanaburi is a total of about two and a half hours' drive from Bangkok towards the west, but make no mistake - the two are indeed close to each other, but the experience that each of them offers to its visitors is completely different, and if we insist on finding any similarity, the atmosphere in Kanchanaburi is less reminiscent of Bangkok's hyper-urbanism but the towns of Northern Thailand.
Indeed, many tourists who come to Kanchanaburi are those who want to get an impression of the real Thailand, with its many years of traditions and the wild nature that characterizes it, but do not want to go as far as the north of the kingdom. A visit to this magical town allows them to enjoy pleasant hiking trails, spectacular wildlife, river rafting and adventure sports, breathtaking views, temples and above all a quiet and relaxed atmosphere during the day and a rich nightlife after sunset.
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There are many lodging and hospitality options in Kanchanaburi, so you can adjust the accommodation to your preferred type of vacation and the budget you are willing to invest in this matter. If you are a backpacker you will not have any trouble finding many options, most of which are centered around the town's main street and as such are also a good starting point for the main sites, the local restaurants and the excellent pubs. In addition to guesthouses, there are quite a few excellent 3 and 4 star hotels in the town that will provide great value for the price, and if you want to enjoy luxury hotels that offer a particularly pampering experience - you will find several 5 star hotels.
Average prices (per couple per night in January): 400-700 baht for a church, 700-1000 baht for a 3-star hotel, 1,500-1,800 baht for a 4-star hotel, 2,500 for a 5-star hotel.
The trip to the town from Bangkok takes between two and three hours, which you can do in one of three ways - Car Rental, bus or cab. Buses leave from South Bus Station every 20 minutes (cost: 80-130 baht) and trains leave twice a day from Thonoburi Station (cost: 100 baht).
In terms of getting around the city itself, you can use tuktuk services or taxis, but most tourists rent bicycles or motorcycles. In this context, we remind you that it is recommended to purchase appropriate insurance in Israel and to photograph the means of transport from every possible angle before leaving the agency.
Average cost of renting a motorbike per day: 200 baht.
In and around Kanchanaburi there are many attractions and activities that the whole family can enjoy. As such, the town is suitable for a visit in any vehicle and if you are debating how much time to devote to it, we recommend that you set aside at least a whole weekend in order to exhaust the town, the atmosphere and the local attractions, but it is important to take into account that some of the attractions are within driving distance that requires the use of public transportation, an organized trip or A taxi that includes a private guide.
Among the places you won't want to miss during this stay, you will find:
A beautiful monastery located on top of a hill and as such offers a spectacular panoramic view of the valley below. After you climb up the 157 steps (or use the cable car) you will reach the monastery itself, where there is a magnificent chedi (stupa) and a huge Buddha statue that is no less than 18 meters high.
A bridge belonging to the Kai River built from components imported from Japan during the occupation but bombed by the Allies in 1945. After the war, the bridge was rebuilt while trying to preserve as much as possible the original components and now every year, at the end of November and the beginning of December, an audiovisual show simulating the bombings is held every night and attracts many visitors.
A museum that follows the role of the city of Kanchanaburi during the Second World War, among other things through photos, representatives and videos of the prisoners who participated in the construction of the railway. Next to the museum is a cemetery where some of the prisoners who died during the construction work are buried (Kanchanaburi War Cemetery).
A central street where there is a small market with souvenir stalls. It is recommended to combine the visit to the street with the nearby sites, a lunch or dinner or a visit to one of the local pubs.
A beautiful nature reserve with spectacularly beautiful waterfalls that give the place a pastoral look and a sense of peace and freedom. When visiting the reserve, which covers more than 500 square kilometers, you will be able to watch the waterfalls, ski down natural rock slides, climb to the top of the mountain, visit the caves and be impressed by the animals and plants living there.
In addition to these, you can enjoy during your stay in Kanchanaburi a stroll through the markets with souvenir stalls, food stalls, local boutique shops and even a gem sculpting factory. The local night market operates daily until 22:00 PM.
In terms of nightlife, you can find in Kanchanaburi some particularly nice pubs and also clubs where parties are held in a young and lively atmosphere and even live performances from time to time. Most of the nightlife scene is centered on the main street.
Although the selection is not as large as in the big cities in Thailand, but as in any self-respecting town in the Kingdom of Siam, Kanchanaburi also has a variety of restaurants, food stalls and places to eat so if you look for it - you will not be disappointed. Of course, these are mainly places that serve traditional Thai food, but there are also restaurants with international food, Italian, Chinese and more.
Kanchanaburi is considered relatively hot and humid throughout the year with the hottest months being February to May, when temperatures can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius during the day. After that, until October, the rainy season begins, accompanied by the monsoons. If so, The most recommended months For a trip to the town are the months of the cold season - November to January which are considered relatively dry and with reasonable temperatures of 25-30 degrees.
In and around Kanchanaburi, there are many attractions and activities that the whole family can enjoy, although it is important to take into account that some of them are at a driving distance that requires the use of public transportation, an organized trip or a taxi that includes a private guide.
The trip to the town from Bangkok takes between two and three hours, which you can do in one of three ways - renting a car, bus or taxi.
Kanchanaburi is considered relatively hot and humid throughout the year with the hottest months being February to May. The most recommended months for a trip to the town are the months of the cold season - November to January, which are considered relatively dry and with reasonable temperatures
In terms of accommodation, there are many options in Kanchanaburi so that you can adjust the accommodation to your preferred type of vacation and the budget you are willing to invest. You will find the most recommended places on the site.
