Ride on the River Kwai: Malaysian paddlers get a taste of a global event


The mere mention of the River Kwai conjures images of adventure, thanks to novels, films, and the iconic tune Bridge on the River Kwai. — Photos: The Route 97 and KL Tan

The mere mention of the River Kwai conjures images of adventure, thanks to novels, films, and the iconic tune Bridge on the River Kwai.

For a group of Malaysian paddlers, it was more than just a name: it was a thrilling reality.

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