Kanchanaburi is Thailand’s third-largest province, stretching far west
of the border with Myanmar. The province boasts of some of the country’s most
beautiful waterfalls and caves, as well as the historic bridge over the River
Kwai. The hills and valleys are scattered with intriguing temples, historical
sites, and the lush, wooded landscapes are ideal for cycling, trekking, and
raft trips.
More information：Tourism Authority of Thailand
We woke up at 5 in the morning, left home at 5:30 and got on taxi to Hua Lamphong railway station.
We bought a one day tour train ticket to Kanchanaburi (Nam Tok) and it only costs 120Baht.
Good morning, here comes the sunrise.
Train leaves exactly at 6:30am, BE ON TIME.
I met this old lady on train. Even though she didn't speak English, we still tried to communicate with each other by body languages and our smiles.
The train conductor.
- First stop：Pathom Chedi 佛統府
It is the tallest stupa in the world with the height of 127 meters.
And......I saw monks.
Thai people pay their respects to monks.
I took this photo and really love it. A monk walking on the street with bare feet under the sunshine. How beautiful it is!
Then......we found this fried crickets on street. Well, it's extremely normal to see street vendors selling fried insects, they even sell them in the market.
An old man on a tricycle.
We tried this fried Mochi, not surprised, it's sweet as always!
Back to the train.
Me, Zoe, Max(Thai), Ram(American).
We met on the train. Max just came back from Cambodia and Ram is currently traveling around in Thailand.
- Second stop：The historical bridge over the River Kwai
This bridge was made famous by the 1957 film “Bridge over the River Kwai” by David Lean. The bridge was the so-called “Death Railway” that connected Thailand and Myanmar, and was intended to provide a supply line for Japanese troops in Myanmar during World War II, though the work was completed at the loss of countless lives of pows. Nowadays, it is possible to cross the bridge on foot or by train.
——Tourism Authority of Thailand
The view from the bridge.
Father and kids are singing but they seem unhappy. 
Just a cute kid, he is probably thinking.
Time to leave!
Amazing view from the train.
- Third stop：Death Railway
We went to the first cabin to take photos of railway and also with the cute train driver.
Doesn't it look like green onion tree? HAHAHA
In this photo, I feel like I'm right there in Europe, sitting on train going to Vienna, and in the most romantic season——autumn.
No doubt, I'm a cat lover.
- forth stop：Waterfall
It has only a small waterfall.
Me with my new bed!
There was a guy selling old coins and his collections. They look pretty awesome.
- Last stop：Kanchanaburi Station
Kanchanaburi is a beautiful place! Take a day off and go there by train. You won't regret it.
I am going to the Full Moon Party in Koh Phangan now, will finish other articles after I come back.
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