Abandoned Paper Mill in Kanchanaburi

While many folks adore taking a trip to lovely and animated places such as cafes and museums, mysterious and adventurous places like an abandoned mill can be appealing to thrill-seekers and those who are passionate photographers and always search for new spots for their IG-worthy pics.

If this sounds like you, Abandoned Paper Mill is a charming abandoned establishment situated in Kanchanaburi where you can go exploring with friends.

Discover the abandoned charm of the paper mill


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Located in downtown Kanchanaburi, this place has become a popular spot among adventurers in the province. Its  derelict yet oddly charming appearance makes it worth stopping by for some pictures.

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This paper mill was built in 1933 and it was the first mill in Thailand that produced Thai bills. The charm of this factory lies in its Brutalist architecture. Despite its old age, the structure still looks sturdy, and the city government wishes to transform it into a tourist destination for people who are interested in historical places.


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While wandering around, you may come across abandoned machines covered in dust, so to tour the area safely, make sure you follow the signs displayed in certain spots.


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Most importantly, the mill has no admission fee so you can enjoy being an explorer of abandoned architecture for free.

Getting to Abandoned Paper Mill

For passionate photographers out there, when you take a trip to Kanchanaburi, make sure you don’t miss out on this abandoned paper mill. And those with active imaginations will have a blast picturing what the mill used to be like in its heyday and how the workers there lived their lives.

Feel free to share this with your friends who love exploring mysterious places.

Want to read more articles? Check out Skywalk Mahanakorn in Bangkok, 7 adventurous places in Chiang Mai, and Huay Kub Kab which is a tribal village amid nature in Chiang Mai.

Address: 218/11-12, Saengchuto Road, Kanchanaburi 71000
Direction: Google Maps

Cover image adapted from: @nittalala9 via Instagram

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