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Amidst the raging waters, hundreds of thousands sacrificed their lives to complete the bridge spanning the River Kwai – part of the Death Railways. The bridge is stained with the blood of hundreds of thousands who died here to complete the railway line between Thailand and Myanmar.
One of the things that makes the bridge even more special is that it was built entirely by human power. Although, in fact, the film...The Bridge on the River KwaiIt was filmed in Sri Lanka, not here, but the film is only symbolic. History is the truth, and that truth lies at the Bridge of Kwai, Thailand.
Today, the bridge has become a destination for international tourists. It's not surprising to see groups of tourists from the US, Europe, and Russia taking souvenir photos with this historic bridge.
The Bridge of Kwai is not only a tourist attraction but also a destination for many young Thais. They come to sing for tourists, or simply to take a stroll on a breezy afternoon. It's also a popular spot for couples to take wedding photos.
Perhaps nothing is more beautiful than when history is preserved with reverence by humankind!
