泰國《桂河大橋》一個讓情感流動的地方- 泰緬鐵路之桂河大橋旅遊實記 ( 旅行貓頭鷹 ) 泰國 #桂河大橋 #riverkwai

泰國《桂河大橋》一個讓情感流動的地方- 泰緬鐵路之桂河大橋旅遊實記 ( 旅行貓頭鷹 ) 泰國 #桂河大橋 #riverkwai

River Kwai Bridge River Kwai Bridge
Its name now transcends the boundaries of a bridge
became a symbol
a place with emotions
The Bridge on the River Kwai was built during World War II
Built by Japanese forced Allied prisoners of war
Also known as the "The Throat of Death Railway"
It has witnessed the suffering and sacrifice of countless people
It is also the inspiration for the movie "Bridge on the River Kwai"
This bridge also became famous because of this movie.
Become a famous World War II historical tourist attraction
Attracting tourists from all over the world
on the next journey
I will tell it through the lens
its beauty
with its sadness
I invite you to follow the trajectory of history with me
In the myriad of sorrows and sorrows of World War II
Discover the story of this bridge
A story about destruction and rebirth
Flight arrives in Bangkok, Thailand
Take a taxi
Take the westbound train
With the rhythm of the wheel-rail friction ensemble
I headed towards the location of the Bridge on the River Kwai (Kanchanaburi)
Kanchanaburi covers an area of ​​195,000 square kilometers (equivalent to half of Taiwan)
With a population of only 850,000, it is a place full of natural rainforests
About 128 kilometers from the capital Bangkok
Facing the wind and moving forward as the scenery outside the window changes
Let me temporarily forget the hustle and bustle of the world
The train runs through the fields in the countryside
There is the fragrance of the fields in the air
Mixed with the smell of diesel trains
The rusty smell unique to the car
The friction sound caused by the rotating fan
It feels like the Taiwan Railway ordinary trains I took in my childhood
The ticket inspector brought me back to reality at the right time
It took nearly 3 hours to drive to Kanchanaburi Station.
modest station
The laid-back atmosphere is attractive
no ticket collector
Shy little white dog works as a ticket collector at the ticket gate
Follow the little white dog
Arrive at the market in front of the station
(mango)
Mango sticky rice is Thailand’s national delicacy
You can see it in high-end restaurants and street vendors.
Rich coconut milk topped with sticky rice
Freshly cut sweet mango
The soft and chewy texture tastes sweet and salty.
Every bite is full of mango and coconut milk flavor
After buying lunch, we took a bus to the hotel where we were staying.
The name of the songthaew comes from the long benches on the left and right rows.
Just press the bell when you get off the bus and go to the driver’s side to pay the fare.
You can often see it walking through the streets in Thailand
A songthaew is a passenger vehicle converted from a truck.
The ventilation and view are amazing, and the feeling of riding the wind and waves is very exciting.
The car shakes a lot
Hold on to the handlebars and secure your luggage
After paying the fare, arrive at the hotel
Complete check-in and go to your room
The balcony has a great view, with a panoramic view of the river bank.
There is a swimming pool, cafe and green lawn
settle down the luggage then go to enjoy the riverside
The river water is quite clear
floating restaurant
The riverbank is dotted with restaurants and B&Bs
and tourists enjoying leisurely water activities
After rest, walk to visit the War Museum
Greeting (The locals are very friendly)
Come find the story of the Bridge on the River Kwai
Admission time: 8:00 am to 17:30 pm (closed at 19:00)
(entrance ticket booth)
The Bridge on the River Kwai is part of the Thailand-Myanmar Railway
There are 395 bridges in the entire railway, the most well-known is the Bridge on the River Kwai
The Thailand-Myanmar Railway is the scariest railway on earth
It is also one of the three major atrocities committed by the Japanese army in World War II.
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in the United States on December 7, 1941
Japan immediately sent troops to Southeast Asia and occupied Burma in 1942.
due to supply needs
Plans to build Railway between Thailand and Myanmar
Traveling through primeval rainforests, swamps, rivers, and hills
An estimated 400,000 laborers and 70,000 prisoners of war
It lasted 17 months (completed and opened to traffic on October 17, 1943)
With 120,000 lives
On average, 38 bones are buried under each railroad track.
In exchange for a 415-kilometer "death railway"
The museum collects various weapons
my hair stood on end with fright.
I don’t know how many dead are killed by the weapons
The museum records a tragic story of the Bridge on the River Kwai
War is ruthless and cruel
And no one will win in the end
It is recommended to visit its atrium square before leaving the museum.
Display of aircraft from the Vietnam War era
And have a great view of the Bridge on the River Kwai
After visiting the sad war records
It’s a good place to come here to empty your mind and settle down.
Soothes the heaving heartstrings
Come to Tourist Street for dinner to look for Thai delicacies on the tip of your tongue
The name of this restaurant is the name of the owner
It is a vegetarian restaurant recommended on the Internet
Business hours: 10 am to 9 pm (open daily)
The evening breeze ruffles the shell wind chimes
An interesting ensemble with the sound of a quick wok spatula
The store staff are very warm and friendly, making you feel like home.
The dishes are generously filled with fresh vegetables and ingredients.
The menu selection is also quite rich
Thai milk tea with a sweet aroma
Rich and spicy Thai curry
Refreshing mint smoothie
Fresh and sweet Thai rice noodles
Refreshing and appetizing banana flower salad
Whether you are vegetarian or not, this restaurant will not disappoint you
Welcome the next day’s journey with the singing of birds
Go and enjoy the delicious breakfast provided by the hotel with a view of the river
The breakfast bar offers a variety of dishes
After eating, go for a morning swim
Warm up for today’s trip
Enter the room to change into swimsuit
After a morning swim, head to the left bank of the River Kwai Bridge
I heard there was a prisoner of war camp on the shore that was brightly lit at night.
Let’s take advantage of the early morning to find out.
surprising…!!
There are abandoned World War II vehicles here
Those old and rusty car bodies
covered with vines
As if bound by the memory of war.
This is the riverside night market named "Prisoner of War Camp"
I’m relieved it’s not a real prisoner of war camp.
This watchtower is here to prevent dine and dash…?!
No shops are open in the morning
When dining here, you can not only admire the Bridge on the River Kwai
Matches WWII vehicles
It has a sense of going back to the past and bringing you into the historical situation.
I approached with respect and have a close look at it
Open the car door slowly
The morning sun shines on the car
Doors and handles are hot due to sun exposure
The heat spreads to the palm of your hand through the rusty car shell
It seems to be still running
Ready for the next mission
I seem to hear the roar of the engine
This mission is its quiet existence itself
Give us an opportunity to imagine and rethink the meaning of human war
After the prisoner of war camp
Heading to the highlight of the trip
At the expense of countless lives and efforts, the Bridge on the River Kwai was completed in February 1942.
(Monument to the death of U.S. prisoners of war in the construction of the Thai-Burma Railway)
This period of history has been the subject of several literary works and films
The most famous of which is the movie "Bridge on the River Kwai"
It was released in 1957 and won seven Oscars.
Finally! I set foot on the famous Bridge on the River Kwai
On both sides of the entrance stood bombs taller than a man.
step by step
Step into a profound chapter in world history
The subtle textures on those rivets and sleepers
Just like the nameless prisoners of war and slave laborers carved their marks on the bridge
the morning of River Kwai Bridge
Two dogs are playing
Enjoying the sunbathe
There is a temple on the west bank of the bridge
A statue of the compassionate Guanyin stands
Transcendence comforts countless souls
The thick steel bridge carries more than just the weight of the train
But the weight of human war history
The breeze gently blows through the spider webs between the steel structures
like a dream catcher
Trying to capture the nightmare of war haze drifting in the wind
Praying for peace, happiness and good luck
When the bridge was completed it was built of wood
After numerous bombings and reconstructions
(YOKOGAWA BRIDGE WORKS, Tokyo Japan)
The steel for the post-war Bridge on the River Kwai was made in Japan
as postwar compensation
present day river bank
No traces of the war can be seen anymore
Instead there are many floating restaurants
and an endless stream of tourists every day
(tourist boat charter)
Rental stand-up paddle boarding for one person on the river
Or choose a one- to two-hour charter package itinerary
You can enjoy snacks while leisurely enjoying the beautiful scenery along the River Kwai.
If it weren’t for the museum’s historical photos
I really can’t imagine what’s behind the prosperous scene in front of me.
With such a tragic history
Sitting on the swing next to the bridge
Frequency of back and forth oscillation
Makes me feel a little delusive
sudden gust of wind
Countless leaves were blown down and scattered on the bridge,
Suddenly it was like entering a time tunnel.
You can vaguely see the far end of the tunnel…
There is a bicycle approaching me slowly
not a train
Wondering in my heart
"How can there be bicycles on the railway tracks?"
I immediately picked up the long lens to confirm
Not an illusion!
It’s a bicycle
A plastic bag filled with water hangs from the handle
The bucket on the other side was swinging erratically, trying to maintain balance.
He is an elderly man with moving function limitation
Pushing the bicycle with one foot, pushing forward slowly…
On the other side of the bridge…
An elderly lady bent over and walked over with bags in her hand
Slowly climb the iron bridge one step at a time
Put the bag on top first
Follow up with both feet climbing up
The elderly man and lady come to the bridge every day
Selling captive fish to maintain a meager income
Releasing captive animals is a local traditional belief and custom in Thailand
People release animals to pray for themselves or their relatives and friends
and seek peace of mind
They both stopped on the train avoidance platform.
Sit on the floor and arrange the fish
Start a day’s work
The little yellow dog also comes to accompany them
At this moment, the sound of a train was heard in the distance
Ah, the train is coming!
I quickly picked up the camera
The sound of the whistle startled me and I almost dropped my camera off the bridge
The train will stop before crossing the bridge
Confirm that all tourists have reached the train avoidance platform before slowly driving in
the bridge was crowded with tourists
when the train passes
Drivers, passengers and tourists regardless of age or gender
wave to each other
The bridge connects more than just river banks
It also connects the past history
lead hopes to the future
Crossing the barriers of language, occupation, religion, color and nationality
Connected our hearts
I feel full of warmth at this moment
Their faces were naturally filled with joyful smiles
This is the most unforgettable and warm moment in this trip
at this moment
At this moment we are indistinguishable from each other
Cross the barriers in your heart and let go of hatred
No Israel and Palestine, no Russia and Ukraine
only happiness and joy
Train passed the Bridge
Stop at a station not far from the bridge
Tourists get off the train
The train stops briefly and then departs
Train conductor waving flag
The puppy and I see off the train slowly leave
Tourists who got off the train walked towards the bridge
father holding child
Two people and four legs
Family members support elders on crutches
Two people and five feet
walking along the railway
kitten
Come to my feet and act like a baby
the fate
Allow us to meet in this very right moment, time and space
Meet in the vast universe
During the trip I met all kinds of people
at the same time
I also met a different version of myself
in the passage of time
Life experience is expanded
Learn from past mistakes
Although the history of this bridge is full of tragedy
But her rise from the ashes shows the power of reconciliation
Face history and admit mistakes
Forgive but never forget the lesson.
The Bridge on the River Kwai is a place where emotions can flow with both sadness and joy.
I walked back to the bridge
The elderly lady is still hawking on the bridge
Trying to buy fish from this elderly lady
Although releasing captive fish is controversial,
But I still bought a bag of fish from the elderly lady
Language barriers make communication difficult
However, we understand each other
Smile has become our common language
(The old lady sells eel, which is a local native fish)
(Grandma: Release the animals, release the animals, release the animals)
I bought fish and walked to the river bank
Gently release the fish
I hope the world is filled with peace, love and happiness
At the same time, I hope that some of the pain and regret in my heart can be released through the release ceremony.
The golden light of the setting sun illuminates the River Kwai
Remind us that no matter what, there is always hope
Although there are still many divisions and oppositions in the world
But at this moment I choose to believe in the beauty of the heart
During this trip I met many local people
they all have different stories
Engage in different professions
But the same thing is the emotional attachment to the River Kwai
It is this attachment and deep desire for peace that
Let Kanchanaburi be reborn
The end of this journey is not the end
It’s the beginning of a new self
Explore the world with love and peace, learn about history, and make our spiritual abundance
This film is dedicated to the people in areas currently suffering from war

甚麼地方造訪後會讓人情感流動….?
「桂河大橋」知名的歷史景點
就是這樣一個地方
它位於曼谷西邊128公里
約莫兩個半小時的車程
是多部小說及奧斯卡得獎電影的題材
這部影片將深入用心去感受它
帶您一同探訪人類歷史上重要一頁篇章的景點

★★影片章節★★
0:00 精彩預告
1:31 Google 地圖定位
1:50 曼谷搭乘火車
2:24 火車路線圖
3:10 抵達北碧車站
3:40 站前市集-午餐
5:17 抵達下榻飯店
6:33 參觀戰爭博物館
10:14人氣泰式素食餐廳-晚餐
11:00 第二天旅程開始
11:51 探訪戰俘營市集
14:10 踏上桂河大橋
18:45 河岸鞦韆與時光隧道
20:20 橋上叫賣的老阿伯與老奶奶
22:36 火車過橋
25:30 桂河大橋車站
27:48 大橋廣場市集
28:57 回到大橋上找老奶奶
30:08 回顧旅程

★★桂河大橋簡介★★

泰國的桂河大橋是一座著名的橋樑，位於泰國的北碧府（Kanchanaburi Province），跨越了桂河，是一個具有重要歷史價值的地點。以下是有關泰國桂河大橋的歷史資訊：

1. 第二次世界大戰時期：桂河大橋最著名的歷史背景是與第二次世界大戰有關。在1942年至1943年間，日本佔領了泰國，並打算建設一條鐵路通往緬甸，以加強其在東南亞的地位。這條鐵路被稱為「死亡鐵路」，因為在建設過程中，數以萬計的盟軍戰俘和亞洲勞工死於艱苦的工作條件、飢餓和疾病。桂河大橋是這條鐵路的一部分，建於1943年，成為了死亡鐵路上最著名的地標之一。

2. 建造過程：桂河大橋是由盟軍戰俘和亞洲勞工建造的。他們在極端惡劣的環境下工作，遭受著嚴重的虐待和困苦，因此有許多人失去了生命。這座橋樑的建造過程是一段令人痛心的歷史，被描繪在多部文學作品和電影中，其中最著名的是小說《桂河橋》和其改編的同名電影。

3. 桂河大橋今天：桂河大橋已經成為一個重要的旅遊景點，吸引著許多遊客。在大橋周圍，你可以參觀一些博物館和紀念碑，以了解更多關於第二次世界大戰時期歷史的資訊。此外，桂河大橋也是一個經典的拍照地點，遊客可以欣賞到美麗的河景和橋樑的壯觀。

桂河大橋代表著第二次世界大戰時期的悲劇和犧牲，同時也是一個提醒人們和平、和解和尊重歷史的地方。它的歷史價值和景觀吸引著來自世界各地的遊客前來參觀。旅行貓頭鷹將親自帶領您深入了解桂河大橋的故事，並且探訪周邊景點、博物館與美食

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