Wang Po Viaduct
Railway in Kanchanaburi
The Wang Po Viaduct , also known as Wampo Viaduct, is a wooden railway trestle built along a cliffside as part of the Thailand-Burma Death Railway during World War II. Located in Kanchanaburi Province, this section of the railway stretches alongside the scenic River Kwai, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding jungle and river below. Its precarious construction against the rocky cliff makes it an impressive engineering achievement, particularly given the challenging conditions under which it was built.
This viaduct was constructed by Allied prisoners of war (POWs) and Asian forced laborers under brutal conditions. Workers toiled relentlessly with rudimentary tools, enduring extreme heat, exhaustion, malnutrition, and disease. Many lives were lost during its construction, making the Wampo Viaduct not only an important historical site but also a somber reminder of the sacrifices and suffering endured during the railway’s creation. Today, visitors can ride the train along this section, which is still operational, providing a poignant experience and a chance to appreciate the resilience of those who built it.
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Visiting Wang Po Viaduct
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