Home > Thailand Tour > Thailand Attractions

The Bridge over the River Kwai

The Bridge over the River Kwai, also called Death Railway Bridge, attracts visitors from all over the world with its unbelievable sorrowful history. It is also the name of a World War II film directed by David Lean, based on the eponymous French novel (1952) by Pierre Boulle. 

Built in 1942, the bridge was boomed several times, numerous people died during the Japanese occupation, plus the prisoners of war and the labors from Thailand, Myanmar, Malaysia and Indonesia.

Today little remains of the original railway as the rails were torn up by Thailand following WWⅡ. The Bridge over the River Kwai is a symbol of the ills of war, a reminder of how inhumane humans can be during war, or a doorway to the lost memories and lost lives for some people.

Top Tours in Thailand

7 Days Colorful Paradise Thailand Island Tour
Land on the two largest islands of Thailand - Phuket & Samui, to have a taste of Thailand's amazing coastal landscape and splendid seashore life.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
17 Days Thailand Discovery Tour
tour exploring Thailand's abundant history, nature and folk that is filled with variety, surprise and excitement.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
11 Days Thailand Highlights Tour
The tour serves you with a real appearance of this amazing land full of interests and ease.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
9 Days Northern Thailand Amazing Tour
A tour impresses you with close touch to Northern Thailand's extraordinary inheritance and attractive custom shows.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
9 Days UNSEEN Thailand Tour
You will be shocked by numerous magnificent temples and palaces as well as interesting activities in this tour.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
8 Days Thailand Classic Tour
A tour you can overlook at the amazing historic interests and natural scenes and participate in exciting activities in Thailand. 
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
5 Days Bangkok Exploration Tour
A special experience to appreciate Bangkok's original appearance and savor its unique culture and custom.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire
6 Days Southern Thailand Exploration Tour
A spectacular tour of experiencing the charm of historic interests and leisure seashore.
  • Prices:
  • Inquire