Day trip to Sangkhlaburi: Boat trip to the floating temple and underwater city. Discover the hidden Kanchanaburi.
Sangkhlaburi, Kanchanaburi: An invisible travel destination in Thailand – an underwater city in the area of the Khao Laem Dam (or Vajiralongkorn Dam).
Originally, the temple Wat Wang Wiwekaram stood here, but it was moved to higher ground due to the construction of the dam. Only the ruins of the main chapel and the bell tower remain; they are flooded during the rainy season and reappear during the dry season. Tourists can reach the site by boat.
Boats can be rented near the Mon Bridge.
Sangkhlaburi offers longboat tours to explore the underwater city and temple. Prices start at 300 to 500 baht per boat.
Boat rentals can be arranged near the Mon Bridge.
Information and prices for a temple tour (original Wat Wang Wiwekaram/sunken temple): 300 Baht per boat (approx. 1–6 people). Temple tour (including other ancient temples): (More information)
Price: 500 THB per boat. Capacity: Approx. 1–6 people. Meeting point: Jetty near the Mon Bridge (Mon or Thai side) and nearby resorts. Point of interest: Wat Wang Wiwekaram (Underwater City).
Visit the old church, which is underwater (it can be entered when the water level is low).
Viewpoint on the Songkhla River: Enjoy the morning atmosphere and the lifestyle on the riverbank.
Entrance fee: Boats can be rented near the Mon wooden bridge to visit this underwater temple. The price is approximately 600 baht.
For inquiries, please call 034 595371.
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