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Week of the Bridge over the River Kwae

During the Week of the Bridge over the River Kwae in Kanchanaburi (fig.), a daily spectacular sound and light show is held at the bridge (fig.).

The history of the Death Railway is related and the events of World War II are staged.

Week of the Bridge over the River Kwae

The show includes music, fireworks and even fake bombard-ments.