The River Kwai Bridge is a famous historic bridge in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. It was built during World War II by Allied prisoners of war as part of the so-called "Death Railway" to connect Japanese forces with Burma (now Myanmar). Today, the bridge is a significant monument and popular tourist attraction commemorating the prisoners' hard work and suffering.

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PeterStar

May 13, 2025

The bridge is also famous for the film "The Bridge on the River Kwai," which tells the story of its construction. Visitors can tour the bridge, visit the nearby war cemetery, or take a train across the bridge to enjoy the impressive view. It's a place steeped in history and memory, a place to reflect.

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