Kanchanaburi, Sangkhlaburi, Ban E Tong, Pilok
Sangkhlaburi Travel Guide
Sangkhlaburi is a beautiful small Thai town, surrounded by mountains and nature, which has an interesting mix of cultures thanks to its location next to the burmese border. The inhabitants of Sangkhlaburi are mainly Thai of the Mon ethnic group, who have its own language and customs and are found in several countries of Southeast Asia. Sangkhlaburi is an excellent destination for those looking to avoid Thailandâs top tourist destinations. In fact, it wouldnât surprise us if one day the Bangkok to Sangkhlaburi route becomes popular as an adventurous alternative to the typical route north from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Although the most recognizable sight in Sangkhlaburi is its famous handmade wooden bridge, the true charm of this town lies in the atmosphere of its streets and its unique mix of people, with Thai, Burmese and Mon living on both banks of the river. The water levels of Khao Laem lake change drastically throughout the year, showing or hiding the structure of the Saphan Mon bridge and the old Buddhist temples that lie on the bottom of the lake, and this is yet another ingredient that make Sangkhlaburi such a special place. But Sangkhlaburi not only stands out for the town and its nearby attractions, since even the road that leads there from Kanchanaburi winds through areas of great beauty, and it is worth traveling slowly and making several stops to contemplate its landscapes of mountains, forests, rivers and lakes. The road becomes narrower and more winding, and once you get to the last section through Khao Laem National Park, the journey becomes slower but even more beautiful. Truth is getting to Sangkhlaburi is already part of the charm of this trip
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