Wat Tham Mangkorn Thong
This Buddhist temple known for its cave shrine & floating nun show also has a small museum.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Wat Tham Mangkorn Thong, round out your day in Kanchanaburi with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
This is a very nice temple, but it's not for the faint hearted as it's on the side of a mountain. A very steep staircase to climb. But different to most other temples I've visited. We went to make merit for my wife's dad, and she was very pleased with the experience. The monk was very warm, friendly and welcoming. We ate at one of the restaurants before driving home and the food was very good and reasonably priced. Overall, a nice afternoon.
Visited here in January '24. It's worth the very hard walk up to the very top of the complex for the statues, stupa and views.
When we visited there were not many visitors, the temple was beautiful, not much english. the cave looked large but we had no shoes so we didn't venture very far. Bats mud etc. Not sure if we could have taken our shoes, if we would have had them we would of liked to explore. The other picks are of the Khwae Noi river 3btraveler
Location Info
XGP8+8JJ, Ko Samrong, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand+66 89 257 4391www.facebook.com/watthummungkornthongTips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (extreme heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
20°C – 38°C(68°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Thonburi station (~3 hrs, scenic). Minibuses from Mo Chit take ~2.5 hrs. Car hire recommended for exploring beyond town.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (town is flat)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Songthaews along the river
- •Long-tail boat tours on the river