Hello, welcome to our page, Deawpapai. This review is a continuation of the Chiang Mai trip review... As someone who enjoys backpacking along the Thai railway lines, the thought of "Sangkhlaburi" suddenly popped into my head. A small district nestled amidst the Khao Laem Dam and mountains, it's like a secluded town isolated amidst nature. It's said to have excellent air quality and a diverse population of various languages and ethnicities. However, the friendliness and unity of the people of Sangkhlaburi have made it a place I've wanted to visit for a long time. After spending a long time reading reviews on Pantip, the time has finally come for me to fulfill my dream. On this trip, I have one travel companion whom I've only known for three months. We have similar personalities and ideals, so we decided to travel together in an indie, single-person style.

We woke up at 4 am to catch a ride to meet at Thon Buri Station. Being easygoing, our preparation was simple: clothes, raincoats, a tripod, a camera, our trusty mobile phones, and a power bank.

The army marches on its stomach. We started this trip by eating chicken rice in front of Thon Buri Railway Station.

After finishing our meal, we quickly went to collect our free train tickets. Please remember to bring your ID card to claim your free ticket.

After obtaining the free train, we took a thrilling photo at Thon Buri Railway Station.

Let's grab a coffee at 7-Eleven first, as we'll be on the train for about 4 hours.

Our second destination for an indie-style trip.

7:50 AM. The free train number 257 from Thon Buri to Nam Tok has departed from Thon Buri station. The number of passengers at the origin is not as many as expected.

The view from the train journey may be hot, but it's incredibly natural!

As the train approaches Kanchanaburi, the number of passengers increases significantly. Foreign tourists seem to enjoy traveling by train.

10:50 AM. The train arrived at the Saphan Kwae Yai stop. We want to say that the view is very beautiful.

After a short ride, we arrived at the highlight of the Death Railway at 11:50 AM. This is the "Tham Krasae Bridge."

We believe that traveling in Thailand is truly an eye-opening experience, revealing its stunning beauty.

The journey was so enjoyable that we forgot how far we had come.

The bridge at Tham Krasae is quite crowded with tourists.

12:50 p.m. The train arrived at Nam Tok Station on time. We had initially factored in a one-hour delay for the train, so let's give a round of applause to Thai trains!

Let's take a quick photo to mark our arrival!

Standing bewildered in front of the station, the two of them wondered how to get to the waterfall with few people at Sai Yok.

The final call was heard, "Trai Yok Noi, few people, full car, go!" It was a shared taxi for 20 baht per person from Nam Tok Railway Station to Trai Yok Noi Waterfall. Get on, what are you waiting for?

We reached Trai Yord Waterfall, which was relatively uncrowded, after a 10-minute drive. We couldn't believe it cost 20 baht for just the two of us. We stopped at a 7-Eleven to stock up on supplies before continuing our journey to Sangkhla Buri.

Standing confused in front of 7-Eleven, what's next?! How do I get to Sangkhla Buri from here?

We waited for the bus at the spot recommended in the review, under the earpod tree in front of the 7-Eleven. We waited for a long time, but the vans from Kanchanaburi to Sangkhla Buri that passed by did not stop to pick up passengers. If you wait here, you have to wait for the "Waan Yen" bus, which is a vintage non-air-conditioned tour bus. After waiting for a while, the bus finally arrived, and we got on.

The majority of passengers on the bus were Burmese. During the journey, the bus was stopped several times for military personnel to check passengers' identification cards. There were approximately four or five checkpoints. The fare from Sai Yok Noi Waterfall to Sangkhlaburi was 135 baht per person.

The view along the way is extraordinary. Enjoying the scenery while listening to music is a fantastic experience. If someone is heartbroken, riding in a car with this view would be perfect for making a music video.

After about two hours, the car turned into Thong Pha Phum. We thought we were going to pick up someone at the Thong Pha Phum district office and then head out to Sangkhla. But no, the driver asked to stop for lunch! So we sat and waited while he enjoyed his meal.

15.30 p.m. The car left Thong Pha Phum and headed to Sangkhla Buri officially. The Thong Pha Phum - Sangkhla route is quite beautiful, with cool air that feels like it's going to be cold because it runs through mountains, going up and down. It's not easy to say whether it's easy or difficult because some sections of this route have steep uphill roads, and the road is under construction. If you're driving your own car, please drive carefully.

A view from the Khao Laem Dam area.

4:40 PM. The driver safely brought us to Sangkhla Buri. Bangkok - Sangkhla Buri, a distance of more than 400 kilometers. It's unbelievable that it took us from 5 AM to almost 6 PM to get to Sangkhla, which is almost as long as it takes to get to Chiang Mai! As soon as we got off the bus, we called a motorbike taxi to P Guesthouse. The fare was 20 baht, which was very close. I looked it up on Google, and I wondered why it was so far from the bus stop. 55 According to the reviews, P Guesthouse is a place to stay with a million-dollar view for a hundred baht. So I was determined to stay here. ........

We checked in for three nights at Pikes House. The room rates are affordable: 400 baht per night for a fan room and 1000 baht per night for an air-conditioned room.

The atmosphere in the resort is pleasant.

Offers riverside seating with scenic views.

The interior of the room resembles a Flintstones-esque cave dwelling.

After packing our belongings, we sat on the balcony to soak in the atmosphere before heading out to the Sangkhla Night Market.

The view here is extraordinary, offering a clear view of the Mon Bridge.

We rented a motorbike from P Guesthouse for 200 baht per day with a full tank of gas. The rental period starts from the time of rental and lasts for 24 hours. The motorbike must be returned the next day with a full tank of gas. After renting the motorbike, we rode to Sangkhla Market to find "1 baht per skewer Myanmar pork skewers". The market is about 1 kilometer away from P Guesthouse. We started our journey from 7-Eleven because wherever there is a 7-Eleven, we will not starve. 55

The atmosphere of the Sangkhla market at night was quiet, perhaps because we arrived late.

Where is the Burmese pork dipping pot?

After searching, I found it. There were many people eating there because there were only two restaurants. 55 It's a small shop on the side of the road.

The first bite was amazing! It's pork marinated in five-spice broth. The portion is small, but the dipping sauce is the highlight. There are two dipping sauces: one that tastes like sukiyaki sauce but spicier, and another that resembles seafood dipping sauce.

They savored the flavors, enjoying the meal without overindulging.

Not a lot, really, just over a hundred skewers. At first, I thought I'd just have a taste, but I ended up enjoying it so much that I ate them all. It was enough to fill me up! 55

After dinner, we returned to our base camp, Pikesheart, to prepare for our trip to the Mon Bridge in the morning. The atmosphere at Pikesheart at night was...

The bathroom is clean. ^^

23:20. The cool air kept me awake, so I decided to take some photos to capture the atmosphere.

The silence was so profound that I brought an "elephant" to keep me company. This scene is so picturesque that it could be used in a music video. 55

The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful. I tried my best to capture its beauty, but this is the best I could do. 😅😅

Leaving you with a final image before bed, I must force myself to sleep as we have a 4am wake-up call tomorrow.

On the second day (October 5, 2016), we woke up at 4:00 am. The weather was cool and comfortable. We took a shower and prepared to go to the Mon Bridge, which is about 1 kilometer from our guesthouse. The "Uttmanee Wooden Bridge," also known as the "Mon Bridge," is the longest wooden bridge in Thailand, measuring approximately 850 meters. It is the second longest in the world, after the "U Bein Bridge" in Myanmar. Luang Pho Uttama initiated its construction to facilitate travel and foster relationships between Thai, Karen, and Mon people. The Mon Bridge has become a popular tourist destination and a symbol of Sangkhla Buri.

We arrived very early, as you can see from the time: 5:00 AM. The atmosphere was quiet and the air was crisp with morning dew.

Greet and take a thrilling photo with the locals.

Taking turns taking photos, we were determined to wait for the sunrise to capture some stunning shots.

Good morning.

Capturing the surrounding atmosphere. I was hoping to see fog, but no luck. 55

People have started to resume their normal lives. They were so engrossed in taking pictures that they forgot to cross over to the Mon side to offer alms in the Mon style. Follow us!

A short walk brought me to the Mon riverside, where I observed locals gathering to offer alms to the monks.

At the Mon side, there will be a set of alms for 99 baht, including a free Mon outfit for taking photos.

Waiting for the monk to arrive.

The monks have arrived, let's offer them food. 😉😉

After offering alms, I immediately looked for a coffee shop and breakfast because I usually don't wake up this early. 55 Having hot rice porridge in the cool weather is amazing.

After finishing our meal, we took a short walk to the Mon side for some photos.

Return to the Thai side.

I met this person in a postcard. Now I've met them in real life.

Our next program is to pay respects to Luang Pho Uthama. We walk back to Sam Prasob Resort because the motorbike is parked on this side.

Following the GPS, we arrived at the Songkhla Bridge. Let's stop and take some pictures.

The view of the Mon Bridge is also visible.

Here at the Songkaria Bridge

We rode our motorbikes from the Songkaria Bridge straight to the Three Pagodas Pass. We turned right to pay respects to Luang Pho Uthama, which is not far from the Sangkhla District Office.

The atmosphere was rather quiet as it was a weekday and it was about to rain, so we didn't take many pictures.

Following our visit, we used GPS navigation to reach Bodh Gaya, which is approximately 2 kilometers from Wat Luang Pho Udom.

The interior is currently under renovation, so I wasn't able to take many pictures.

After taking photos, it started raining heavily. We waited for the rain to stop for quite some time. After the rain stopped, we decided to visit the Sangkhla viewpoint. We drove back towards Sangkhla district for about 5 kilometers and saw a sign for the Sangkhla city viewpoint. We turned in and drove to the viewpoint.

The sky after the rain is truly refreshing.

From this angle, you can also see the Mon Bridge.

Keep taking pictures.

There don't seem to be many people here. It looks very quiet.

The last picture before leaving the viewpoint.

It's around noon now, and we have plenty of time left, so we're looking for another place to visit. We remembered that there was a floating restaurant in Pak Chong where you could eat and relax by the water, so we found the location and headed there.

The sun is scorching hot. We are driving along the road to the Three Pagodas Pass. As we continue driving, we come across the entrance.

It's quite quiet today.

Please take some photos of the surroundings to capture the atmosphere first.

Adjusting the camera's shutter speed creates a silky smooth effect, resembling flowing water.

Please take a seat. There are about four small huts where you can sit and dip your feet in the water.

A group of young people are enjoying a casual meal together.

The atmosphere is amazing. If you get to experience it, you'll know what I mean. It's incredibly relaxing.

I'm starting to get hungry, so I ordered some food. Pa Song Ka Ria focuses on made-to-order dishes and Isaan cuisine. I went with papaya salad with salted egg, papaya salad with fermented fish sauce, minced pork salad, and mixed fried rice. The taste was… well… 55. I think I could cook it better myself. I'd give the food a 3 out of 10 for taste, but the 7 points for the view make it a win-win.

The water flow is quite strong and abundant.

Full and sleepy! Almost fell asleep while playing. 55

We also witnessed the simple lifestyle of the local villagers, who live off the land by fishing and foraging for crabs.

We continued driving until we decided to head to the Three Pagodas Pass, which was about 25 kilometers from Pa. Here's a final picture from Pa Saepan Song Karia.

From the exit, drive straight ahead. You will pass two military checkpoints where they check ID cards. Luckily, we were in a rental car, so we didn't get stopped. The drive was smooth. The view along the way can be hot, but when you pass through the mountains, it's cool and comfortable.

Driving along, we encountered stunning scenery along the way, and we stopped to take pictures throughout our journey.

A reliable car that will take us anywhere we want to go.

After driving for a while, we arrived at the Three Pagodas Pass at 3 pm.

Let's take a quick picture of the sign to let everyone know we've arrived!

A short section of the historic railway line has been preserved as a monument for future generations. Currently, the railway ends at the Tri Yot Noi Waterfall.

Adjacent to the market, there are stalls selling goods similar to those found at the Rong Kluea Market.

It's not just hot, it's scorching hot!

At this point, we can cross over to the Burmese side.

To confirm that this is indeed the edge of Thailand's border.

The last image shows the immigration checkpoint at the Three Pagodas Pass. ...... It was almost 5 pm and it looked like it was going to rain, so we quickly rode back to Sangkhla. 55

We quickly returned to our starting point at Pig's Head before the sky became overcast.

Feeling bored in my room with time to spare, I decided to visit the Mon Bridge again to capture the evening atmosphere for once in my life.

The atmosphere is amazing. We believe you won't know unless you come and experience it yourself.

We walked until we were tired, and it was time to go back. On the way back, we passed the Red Bridge, which had a beautiful view.

Concluding with a moment of quiet contemplation amidst the serene atmosphere at Peake's House.

Day 3 (October 6, 2016)

The rain poured all night, preventing us from taking photos at the Mon Bridge in the morning as planned. We could only wait for the rain to stop, believing that there would always be something amazing after the storm. Once the rain subsided, we rode our trusty motorbike to the Red Bridge to cross over to the Mon side in search of "banana blossom curry noodles."

The sky after the rain is truly beautiful. 🌦️

Taking a walk to soak in the atmosphere at the Mon Bridge once more.

After capturing the perfect shots, I felt a pang of hunger. I decided to explore the Mon side for some delicious food. After a short search, I stumbled upon a delightful noodle shop right by the bridge. Without hesitation, I ordered a plate of their famous rice noodles.

This is a picture of banana blossom vermicelli. Here, tamarind water is used instead of fish sauce, resulting in a unique flavor.

After lunch, we walked to the Mon side to take pictures. Today there was no program. We walked and saw a sign that said "Ma Nge Ya Aw," which means hello.

Souvenirs here.

Strolling along, I stumbled upon a hidden alley on the Mon side. Curiosity got the better of me, and I ventured inside. To my surprise, I discovered a remarkable wooden bridge, reminiscent of the iconic Mon bridge.

This house has a red satellite dish, which is unusual. 😆😆😆😆

Indicates the year-round humidity of Sangkhlaburi.

This thrilling scene deserves to be captured as a memento.

Experiencing this place firsthand reveals the profound joy of being close to nature, a stark contrast to the polluted urban environment of Bangkok.

Cast Brownie as a presenter for the expressway.

The nature here is truly verdant.

This angle is perfect for shooting a music video.

After taking photos until I was tired, I walked down to the bottom of the Mon Bridge to take pictures of the Luk Bua Bridge.

The zucchini bridge was dismantled after the Mon bridge was repaired. After the bridge was destroyed by the flood, it was dismantled and only this part remains.

The rain started again after a while. Today, we encountered nothing but rain. We ran back to the Mon Bridge to take shelter from the rain.

After waiting for the rain to stop for a long time, we finally crossed back to the Thai side at noon and looked for something to eat.

Stumbled upon a cool art-themed cafe and couldn't resist snapping a few photos.

I found a rice shop at the corner of Saphan Daeng Bridge, right at the Sam Prasob Resort. We saw that the view was beautiful, so we decided to eat at this restaurant.

How's the view?

Good afternoon.

After finishing my meal, I opened Google and stumbled upon a newly discovered waterfall in Sangkhlaburi called Namtok Nopphaphibun. Without hesitation, I searched for its coordinates and set off on my motorbike towards the Three Pagodas Pass. The views along the way after the rain were incredibly refreshing. After riding for about 15 kilometers, Google Maps indicated that I had reached my destination. However, I looked around and couldn't find the waterfall anywhere.

Where is the waterfall ........ ??

Waterfall.........??

Excuse me, do you know where Napphaphon Phumisiri Waterfall is?

The provided text appears to be a random sequence of characters and symbols, lacking any discernible meaning or language structure. As a result, translation is not possible.

The gist is: "There is no waterfall."

Lost my way for 15 kilometers! 😂

We retraced our steps, but the stunning views compensated for getting lost. We're taking it easy now. ^^

Drive along and stop to take pictures wherever you find beautiful scenery.

To summarize, we set off again and drove towards the Three Pagodas Pass, which is about 20 kilometers from Sangkhlaburi. We drove on and passed two checkpoints without any problems. We followed the same road as the Takhian Thong Waterfall. ^^ And then we arrived at @Napphaphon Phumisiri Waterfall.

This waterfall remains relatively unknown, having only been discovered by military personnel earlier this year. Consequently, it has remained untouched by human intervention, preserving its pristine natural state.

The waterfall has two levels. We tried to go down to the lower level to take pictures, but the path was difficult and very slippery, especially since it had just stopped raining. However, we did not give up.

Try adjusting the shutter speed to capture the waterfall.

We spent about an hour here, soaking up the atmosphere. However, there is almost no mobile phone signal here, so if you are planning to meet someone, make sure to arrange a specific meeting time and location.

Following our visit, we intended to proceed to Takhian Thong Waterfall. However, local residents advised against it due to the high water levels and potential hazards. Consequently, we made the decision to return to the Mon Bridge in the evening to capture some final images before departing the following day. The lighting conditions were favorable at dusk. @Mon Bridge

I came across a musician playing on the bridge, and I was captivated by their performance.

Our final image is from the Mon Bridge, and we will be back again.😀😀

Day 4 (October 7, 2016): We woke up early and sat around, soaking in the atmosphere at Peagues House before the other groups arrived. We were about to leave.

The photo captures a panoramic view, with the Mahabodhi Temple visible in the distance at 21x zoom.

Let's go down to the pier to take some pictures before we leave.

Farewell, Pique, with this image.

From Pea Guesthouse, there will be a taxi to take you to the van station for 20 baht per person. I thought it would be a sedan, but it turned out to be a motorcycle with a sidecar. 😀😀😀

The minivan stand was not crowded, and the vans departed every 30 minutes. The fare was 175 baht regardless of whether you were getting off at Sai Yok Noi Waterfall or Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal. We chose to get off at Sai Yok Noi Waterfall.

The return trip took about 3 hours by van to Trai Yoi Waterfall, which was not crowded.

We decided to take photos of the waterfall before heading back, as we didn't stop on the way there. We figured, since we were already there, we might as well make the most of it.

The atmosphere around the waterfall is strange. I wonder why it's so quiet today...

Where is the waterfall located?

Found it! It's definitely in a crowded area.

Oh no! The waterfall has no water! 55 At Sankhla, there is a lot of water, but here it's dry! Is that right?

Since it's dry now, let's walk up and take a look. Normally, if there is water, you can't go up.

Really dry 😂😂

This is the end of the railway line. In the past, there was a railway line that continued from this point through Sai Yok Waterfall to the Three Pagodas Pass into Burma.

This image captures the essence of @ThisIsTraiYokNoiWaterfall.

After getting tired of walking, we took a songthaew to Nam Tok Railway Station for 20 baht per person.

There is a stylish coffee shop next to the train station.

We ordered an iced latte.

Selling postcards.

We then walked into the station to catch the free 12:55 PM train from Nam Tok to Thon Buri.

12:55 p.m. The train has departed from Nam Tok Station. Goodbye, and we will return again.

The journey was a mix of dozing off and taking in the stunning, albeit scorching, views. "So what if it takes a while? So what if it doesn't? I'll get there eventually!" I thought with a grin. 😁😁

Travelers can choose convenient transportation options, such as private cars or air-conditioned vans that go directly to Sangkhla. However, we opted for the free train, a red and sweet-smelling carriage, enduring the heat to soak in the atmosphere and absorb the local way of life along the route. We want to emphasize that Thai trains are not as bad as many people think. If you don't try it, you won't know.

During the train ride, there were vendors selling food and drinks. We bought three boiled eggs for 20 baht to satisfy our hunger. The battery of my camera was running low, so I couldn't take many pictures on the way back.

Driven by hunger, we made a stop in Nakhon Pathom to indulge in a delicious papaya salad with sticky rice. 😜😜😜

We boarded the train to Bangkok at 4 pm.

👉Summary of expenses (excluding food costs)👈

We arrived in Bangkok safely at 7:30 p.m. Thank you for taking the time to read our chicken scratch review. This review may be a guide for many people who are looking for information about Sangkhla Buri. Thank you to my brother, Teang, who joined us on this trip and shared all the joys and sorrows. **😆Thank you😆👉Not Many Baht Page👈 for being the guide that led us to follow the review to Sangkhla Buri.** Follow us at Deawpapai - Deawpapai https://www.facebook.com/Taeremix.Backpacker/

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