
Every year in late November to early December, a week-long festival is held in Kanchanaburi to commemorate the final bombing and destruction of the infamous bridge over the River Khwae.The iron bridge is part of the 'Death Railway', built by the Japanese during World War II as a supply route linking Thailand and Burma.
In addition to the light and sound show, the festival features historical and archeological exhibitions, a carnival, folk and cultural performances and rides on vintage World War II trains. The Bridge over the Khwae is easily reached by songthaew from the town center or by train from Kanchanaburi or Bangkok. The drive from Bangkok takes about two hours.





