Kanchanaburi Travel. จองรีสอร์ท กาญจนบุรี

Kanchanaburi (Thai: กาญจนบุรี (Pronunciation)) is the largest of the western provinces (changwat) of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from north clockwise) Tak, Uthai Thani, Suphan Buri, Nakhon Pathom and Ratchaburi. In the west it borders Kayin State, Mon State and Tanintharyi Region of Myanmar. It is frequented by tourists who have been attracted by its long history and ancient civilizations, a location of the Bridge over the River Khwae(also spelt ‘Kwai’) and scene of the World War II historic. The province is also famous for its natural attractions such as forests, mountains, caves and waterfalls.

Erawan National Park Amphoe Si Sawat Kanchanaburi 71250 Tel: 034-516 530 The province is located in the west of Thailand, and is situated 129 km from Bangkok and covers a total area of approximately 19,483 km² being the country’s third largest province after Nakhon Ratchasima and Chiang Mai. Topographically, it is covered with timber and evergreen forests. The district covers the source valleys of the rivers Kwae Yai and Kwae Noi ("River Kwai"), which merge at the city Kanchanaburi and form the Mae Klong River there. Bong Ti is a transnational cross-border point expected to gain in importance if the planned Dawei deepwater port project goes ahead, along with a highway and a railway line between Bangkok and that harbor.[1] Several National Parks are located in the forests of the mountain area of the Tenasserim Hills in the province - the Erawan, Sai Yok, Khao Laem, Thong Pha Phum, Khuean Srinagarindra and Chaloem Rattanakosin National Parks. The Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary in this province is also listed in the UNESCO world heritage list.