Religious site

Chungkai War Cemetery

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Chungkai War Cemetery lies about 5 kilometers from Kanchanaburi town, near the site of a former POW camp. It contains the graves of over 1,400 Commonwealth and Dutch prisoners who died building the railway. The cemetery is smaller and less visited than its counterpart in Kanchanaburi, offering a more intimate experience. Surrounded by rural scenery, visitors find neat rows of headstones and a simple cross, with a memorial listing the names of the missing. The peaceful setting contrasts with the harsh history, making it a moving stop for those tracing the railway's path.

Don't miss

See the graves of more than 1,400 POWs, including many Dutch soldiers.
Visit the nearby site of the original Chungkai POW camp (marked by a plaque).
Enjoy the quiet countryside setting, with views of rice paddies and hills.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Chungkai War Cemetery

You can visit Chungkai War Cemetery on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.

Cheapest way inKanchanaburi Tour: Erawan Waterfall and Death Railway4.9★ · 15 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$107 per personSee dates →

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