River Kwai Bridge Week 2012
December 7 - 16, 2012
 Venue: Kanchanaburi This event takes you back to the times of World War ll through the River Kwai Bridge built by Allied prisonars-of-war. This bridge was the part of the 'Death Railway' the spanned the River Kwai connecting Thailand and Myanmar, costing thousands of lives of prisoners and local labourers supervisored by japanese troops. Organised to commemorate those who died while building the bridge, this event features a remembrance ceremony held at the Ailed War Cemetery, light and sound presentations, cultural performances, and historical displays and exhibitions. More information: www.tourismthailand.org Contact: Tel. +66 3451 1200, +66 3451 2500 |
