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Thailand: Up North

Thailand: Up North

by M

6 – 9 February 2012 We left Bangkok and travelled up North for a brief stop at Bridge River Kwai. Kanchanaburi, close to the Myanmar border is where you’ll find Bridge River Kwai. This “Death Railway” was constructed by the Japanese prisoners of war during  WWII.  It started in October 1942 and was completed in a year. The reason why the Japanese built the bridge was so that they could transport cargo to India which will support their attack. It was tough and many lost their lives.  After a short break, we headed to Wat Pa Luangta Bua Yannasampanno Forest Monastery or Tiger Temple (www.tigertemple.org). There are many programs to choose from- group photos to morning programs to tiger feeding (1000 to 5000 baht).  We were told by our tour guide to avoid wearing anything red or orange. Inside the enclosure, there were some 8 to 10 tigers – all of them were sleeping.…

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