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For a Half Day

Rose Garden:
A popular tourist attraction (tel: (034) 322 544), 32km (20 miles) to the west of Bangkok, featuring daily cultural shows at 1445 including dancing, Thai boxing, cock fighting and an elephant show. The resort is set in well-kept gardens and is open 0800-1800 and admission to the show is B220.

Damnoan Saduak Floating Market:
Although this market is 80km (50 miles) west of Bangkok it is far more interesting than the floating market in Bangkok, as it has not been turned into a tourist attraction. In the early morning, the narrow canals are full of small boats carrying fruit and vegetables sold by local women. The market is very colourful and atmospheric, but is all over by 1100, necessitating an early start from Bangkok.

For a Full Day

Kanchanaburi:
The site of the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai, built by allied PoWs during World War II, this is an area of exceptional natural beauty, with forested mountains and wooded valleys. Two immaculately maintained war cemeteries are located just outside of the town. Kanchanaburi can be reached by either bus, train or by tour bus from Bangkok.

Ayutthaya:
This was the Thai capital for over 400 years until its destruction in 1767. Ruins of numerous temples and palace buildings cover a vast area. The beauty of the place is such that it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is located 76km (47 miles) north of Bangkok and can be reached by bus or train or on a boat trip.



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