Sangkhlaburi Travel Guide: Sangkhlaburi is divided into two parts: a Thai side and a Mon side called Wangka. The two parts are connected by a wooden bridge. Built by the Mon, it is Sangkhlaburi's most famous landmark. Many minority groups, primarily Burmese, have settled in the region. While tolerated, they do not have the same rights as Thai citizens, and their freedom of movement is restricted. You will see many checkpoints and find that, as a Westerner, you will never be asked for your papers because one thing is certain: you are not Mon. Aside from this political context, anyone who loves beautiful, authentic places and nature will enjoy a stay in Sangkhlaburi. On the Mon side, you will be welcomed in a village where the houses are mostly made of wood, with a smile and joyful or amused greetings. In the mornings, the weather is mild and pleasantly cool, and the entire town, especially the lake, is shrouded in thick mist from which the bridge, boats, and houseboats emerge—a fascinating and beautiful spectacle that gradually dissipates. One of the most famous sights in Sangkhlaburi, besides the Mon Bridge, is the submerged ancient temple. It is the only visible remnant of the old town, which disappeared beneath the water after the construction of a dam. Many boatmen, particularly near the bridge, offer trips there. Located on a mountain, the Sangkhlaburi region is cooler than most other provinces in Thailand, and the nights and mornings can be quite chilly, so be sure to bring warm clothing.

Accommodation in Sangkhlaburi is mainly concentrated near the Mon Bridge, the city's most famous landmark, located about 2 km from the city center. Many offer stunning views of the bridge or the lake. There are also some accommodations in the city center itself. Contrary to what one might expect, room rates in Sangkhlaburi are not particularly low, likely due to the breathtaking views. The P. Guesthouse offers basic rooms with shared bathrooms; otherwise, a room or bungalow with a fan and private bathroom costs at least 400-500 THB, and with air conditioning, even 800 THB. Air conditioning isn't strictly necessary in Sangkhlaburi due to the cool weather, but air-conditioned rooms are often the nicest and most comfortable. Sangkhlaburi is a very popular destination for Thais on weekends and holidays, and guesthouses near the bridge are often fully booked. It is therefore advisable to book well in advance. During the week, however, it is much easier to find a room without a reservation. Note that there is also accommodation available on the other side of the bridge in Mon village, including homestays. We counted three, but there could be more. Find accommodation in Sangkhlaburi. Choose a destination: Amphawa Ayutthaya Bang Saphan Bangkok Buriram Cha Am Chachoengsao Chaiyaphum Chanthaburi Chiang Dao Chiang Khan Chiang Mai Chiang Rai Chonburi Chumphon Dan Sai Hat Yai Hua Hin Kalasin Kamphaeng Phet Kanchanaburi Khao Lak Khao Sok Koh Chang Koh Jum Koh Kood Koh Lanta Koh Larn Koh Lipe Koh Mak Koh Phangan Koh Phayam Koh Phi Phi Koh Samet Koh Samui Koh Sichang Koh Tao Koh Wai Krabi Lampang Lamphun Loei Lopburi Mae Hong Son Nakhon Pathom Nakhon Phanom Nakhon Ratchasima Nakhon Si Thammarat Nan Nang Rong Nong Khai Pai Pak Chong Pattaya Phang Nga Phang Nga Phayao Phetchabun Phetchaburi Phitsanulok Phrae Phuket Prachuap Khiri Khan Pranburi Railay Ranong Ratchaburi Rayong Roi Et Samut Songkhram Sangkhlaburi Sattahip Sukhothai Surat Thani Surin Tak Trang Trat Ubon Ratchathani Udon Thani all categories from 300 THB to 500 THB from 500 to 1000 THB from 1000 to 2500 THB from 2500 to 5000 THB plus 5000 THB // Grey The prices that are not available in the city selection ("All prices" are always available) function findAccommodationCategories(citySelect) { var option=citySelect.options[citySelect.selectedIndex]; var price=parseInt(option ? option.getAttribute("data-price") : 0,10) || 0; var categories=citySelect.form.elements["categories"]; if(!categories) return; for (var i = 0; i < categories.options.length; i++) { var val = categories.options[i].value; categories.options[i].disabled = !(val == "all" || val == "-" || (Math.pow(2, parseInt(val, 10)) & price)); } } (function() { var forms = document.querySelectorAll("#form-accommodations form"); var form = forms[forms.length - 1]; if (form && form.elements["cities"]) findAccommodationCategories(form.elements["cities"]); })(); My Recommendations I am often asked which accommodations I recommend in Thailand. Here are my recommendations for Sangkhlaburi. Samprasob Resort Hotel in Sangkhlaburi 7.8/10 Book now More details Love Bridge House Resort Hotel in Sangkhlaburi 7.5/10 Book now More details Kingfisher House Guesthouse in Sangkhlaburi 8.9/10 Book now More details This Way Guesthouse & Restaurant Guesthouse in Sangkhlaburi More details arrow_circle_right View all accommodations in Sangkhlaburi

Practical information about Sangkhlaburi: Sangkhlaburi is very popular with Thais who spend weekends and holidays there. While motorbike taxis are available, many drivers speak limited English. The most interesting accommodations in Sangkhlaburi—both in terms of views and proximity to the Mon Bridge—are located about 2 km from the bus station and the town center. Therefore, taking a motorbike taxi is recommended to get there. From there, all the sights are easily accessible on foot. From the bridge, the temples and town center are within a 2 km radius. On the Mon side (Wangka), don't take it personally if you try to speak Thai but aren't understood. Many people, especially older ones, only speak Mon and know very little Thai. There are no ATMs near the lake; the only two are located in town opposite the market. During the dry season, the "Walking Street" takes place every Saturday in front of the hospital. There you can find inexpensive shopping and food. The event starts around 6 pm.

How do you get to Sangkhlaburi? Several buses run to Sangkhlaburi from Bangkok's Mochit bus station. The public bus company, Transport Co LTD, offers two buses in the morning, one of which departs at 9:30 am. The journey takes 6-7 hours. Alternatively, you can travel to Kanchanaburi. From there, bus 8203 runs to Sangkhlaburi with a longer stop in Thong Pha Phum. It departs every 40 minutes and costs 130 THB for a 4.5-hour journey. There are also minivans that run regularly from Kanchanaburi to Sangkhlaburi (approximately 3 hours). Keep in mind that Sangkhlaburi is very popular with Thais on weekends and holidays. If you are traveling from Kanchanaburi, you will usually find it easy to get a seat on a bus or minivan. If you are traveling from Bangkok, buy your ticket in advance if possible. [arrow_circle_right See all travel options to Sangkhlaburi]

Sangkhlaburi Mon Floating Boat Festival. This festival usually takes place in September. More about the Sangkhlaburi Mon Floating Boat Festival

Sangkhlaburi Festival for the Tenth Month of Earnings. This festival usually takes place in October. More about the Sangkhlaburi Festival for the Tenth Month of Earnings.

Other sights in Sangkhlaburi: Wat Saam Prasob, the sunken temple (★★★★), which is more or less submerged in the lake depending on the season. It is best seen towards the end of the dry season (March/April), while at the end of the rainy season (October/November) it is almost completely covered by water. It is only accessible by boat. Wat Wang Wiwekaram (★★★★), the spiritual center of the Mon people in Thailand. The temple is situated on a hill and houses the remains of Luang Phaw Uttama, a highly revered Mon monk. Wat Somdet (★★), the temple with the large Buddha statues, which you see upon arrival in Sangkhlaburi. The Three Pagodas Pass (★★★), a border crossing into Myanmar, is unfortunately not always open. Here you can obtain a day visa to visit the nearby Myanmar city. The three small white chedis that give the place its name are not particularly worth seeing.

How do you ask for directions to Sangkhlaburi in Thai? I want to go to Sangkhlaburi / Yak pai thi Sangkaburi. Where is Sangkhlaburi? / Sangkaburi yu thi nai?