Destination: .............................. Baan Itong

Starting with a pin on the map, just seeing the road is already difficult.
The road after passing Kanchanaburi city
The mountains are quite overlapping.
I don't know where I'm going to sleep tonight. I only have a tent and a destination. I'll just have to take my chances.
Our destination is a village in the middle of the valley, on the border of Burma.
That is Baan Itong. It was already late afternoon when we arrived.

Because we stopped by all the way. The first place we stopped was Tham Krasae Station.

There are vendors selling goods at the entrance.

It's hot and sunny, so be sure to bring water with you.

Arrived

Paying respects to Buddha for good luck and fortune

Inside the cave, quiet and peaceful

The cave has an internal passage. There are not many stalactites and stalagmites.

Water drips from the cave walls at intervals, providing a cool atmosphere.

The path continues from the outer cave.

The sun is blazing.

It is a little scary, you have to watch your step so you don't trip.

For those who are afraid of heights, it is not recommended to look down.

Because we have to step on the steel plates of the railway tracks.

There are a few small rest stops.

We walked a little further and then turned back because it was very hot.

On another visit, we found that there was a resort ahead that was connected to another train station.

The distance is quite far.

As dusk approached, we decided to set up camp at Thong Pha Phum National Park.

The advantage of camping here is the sense of security and peace of mind.

It turned out that we arrived on a day when everyone else was working.

However, this provided a unique and pleasant atmosphere.

The tranquility allowed us to feel at one with nature.

The entrance fee for two people and one car is just over 100 baht.
So, we have a comfortable place to stay for the night.
Let's set up the tent and take a quick shower.

The bathroom is very clean.

The weather is very cold.
Who would have known that the weather on this mountain in May would be so chilly?
I didn't even bring a jacket.

We were the only ones camping in the entire park, except for a park ranger.
It was a bit eerie, with a gentle breeze that stirred our imaginations in the dim shadows.
The night was not pitch black.

We came out to stargaze. The stars were clear... amidst the darkness of the forest in front of us.

But they were no match for the soft glow of the moon.
The images captured by the camera were thus illuminated more by the moonlight than by the stars.

The photograph was taken from a balcony extending into the dense forest.
The darkness allowed us to observe an indicator of the forest's richness:
Tiny fireflies flitting past us.

The night was quiet, and we were surrounded by stars.
When we turned back, the romance was gone.
The park lights were turned off, leaving only darkness and the cold wind.
The park should have turned off the lights after nine o'clock.
Let's go back to the tent and sleep. We have an appointment at the Itong Village tomorrow.
In the morning, I secretly opened the tent to look at the fog.
Then I went back to sleep.
The weather made me want to snuggle up in a warm blanket.
It was a relaxing day, and I didn't have to rush anywhere.
I woke up late in the morning and set up a stove. I had Ovaltine, fried eggs, buttered toast, boiled sweet potatoes, and leftover grilled pork from last night. It felt like I was on an adventure in the forest.
I secretly missed the convenience store.

It was a simple breakfast with the cool atmosphere of ten o'clock in the morning.

And then it was time to set off for the mining village.
This is a small village that you can walk around in the late morning
without feeling too hot.

I came across the mining bridge on the right-hand side.

An old bridge full of stories.

Walk a little further and you will find a bridge leading into the village.

And the bamboo sign, a symbol of this place,

Where tourists have helped to inscribe.

Approximately 20-30 houses are lined up here.

Strolling into the village,

There are two alleys with small guesthouses, restaurants, and cafes.

During the off-season, there are few people, making it a bit lonely.

But it's comfortable to walk around and explore.

Besides us, there were only two other groups of tourists.

Entrance sign

The remnants serve as tangible evidence of the region's rich mining history.

This area has served as a repository for tools that have endured for decades.

From our village, we cut through the jungle to the top of the Elephant Battle Hill.

The road is like this.

The car looks like it's struggling on this rough terrain.

The mine tunnel has several岔路.

Drive a little further,

We found traces of the mine tunnel.

It looks scary.

Upon closer inspection during our descent, we observed

minerals embedded within the rocks.

This area is found to contain cassiterite and wolframite, which have iron components.

As we walk through the Changsurk military base, we are greeted by a breathtaking view of the mountain ridge, with a village nestled below.

The sun is shining, but it's not too hot. There's a pleasant coolness that allows us to stand and admire the view.

A breathtaking 360-degree view.

The climb was worth it, and I didn't want to leave.

On the way back down, we stopped at Jork Jar Din Waterfall.

The entrance fee is 30 baht per person.

There is a short walk to the waterfall, and you can hear the sound of the water as you approach.

There are staff on hand to ensure safety.

If you want to swim, there are life jackets available, as the green water we saw seems quite deep.

The water is clear and very cold.

It's time to go back. Stop by Kanchanaburi city center.

Don Rak Allied War Cemetery

A war memorial commemorating those lost in World War II.

Many foreign visitors come here.

We also stopped for lunch.

Quiet, orderly, beautiful

Stop by the old market of Tha Na.

The shops are full of goods,

including food and souvenirs.

The shops in this area all share a similar style, reflecting the community's commitment to preserving its heritage.

Here you can find a variety of local delicacies, including "tub-tub" sweets, "pia" pastries, ice cream shops, pomelo vendors, and antique stores.

Come explore and discover unique treasures to take home.

And then it's time to shoot back home.

This trip is like going on an adventure.

Didn't see the fog as anyone wrote a review.

Didn't get stuck in traffic because people flocked to travel.

But I found myself becoming one with nature.

Go, if you want to know that it will amaze us in what we encounter.

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