BATTAMBANG
Battambang Province is a vital agricultural area, and is famous for the fertile soil which allow almost any produce to be grown in spectacular yields. In 2003 over 500 000 tones of rice were produced in Battambang province. Battambang is capable of feeding the entire country and rice from here is of the highest quality. The province is bordered by the Tonle Sap lake, Pursat, and Bantey Meanchey. Said by proud locals to produce Cambodia's finest rice, tastiest oranges and sweetest coconuts, Battambang (Bat Dambang) has a long border with Thailand and a short stretch of the Tonlé Sap shoreline. Thailand controlled the area from 1795 to 1907 and 1941 to 1946.
Cambodia’s second largest city lies in the heart of the Northwest and until the war years was the leading rice-producing province of the country. Battambang did not give way to the Khmer Rouge movement until after the fall of Phnom Penh, but it’s been in the center of the ongoing government Khmer Rouge conflict ever since the Vietnamese invasion in 1979 pushed the genocidal regime out of Phnom Penh and to the Northwest.
Until the surrender deal of Ieng Sary (Khmer Rouge number three man based in Pailin),Battambang was the Khmer Rouge in the region. Earlier history saw Battambang flip-flopping back and forth between Thailand (called Siam before their 20th-century renaming) and Cambodia.
Battambang is the main hub of the Northwest connecting the entire region with Phnom Penh and Thailand, and as such it’s a vital link for Cambodia. Battambang city is a peaceful and pleasant place these days.
The main parts of the city are situated closed to the Sangker River, a tranquil, small body of water that winds its way through Battambang Province. It is a nice, picturesque setting. As with much of Cambodia, the French architecture is an attractive bonus of the city.
Around Battambang
Before setting out, try to link up with an English-speaking moto driver, as it really adds to the experience. Possible itineraries include a loop along the river to Phnom Banan and back to town vial Phnom Sampeau.
Admission to Phnom Banan , Phnom Sampeau and Wat Ek Phnom is US$2. If you buy a ticket - sold by the tourist police, which have a booth at each site - at one of the three Phnom (hills), it's valid all day at the other two.
Getting Around
A moto ride in town costs 1000r to 3000r, plus a bit more at night. Hire a moto driver who speak English or French costs US$6 to US$8 for a half-day in and around town and US$12 foran all-day trip out of the city.
Barseat Temple
Barsaet Temple locates 15km to the east of Battambang Provincial town. The temple was built in early 11th century between AD 1036 and 1042, during the reign of king Suryavarman I (AD 1002-1050). This temple was seriously damaged. There is an ancient pond that is 20 meters long, 12 meters wide and 10 meters deep. It holds water all year round.
Wat Ek Temple
This atmospheric, partly collapsed, 11th century temple (admission US$3) is 11 Km north of Battambang. This temple was built in AD 1027, during the reign of king Suryavarman I. There are 18 Banyan trees around the temple. Outside the temple to the south, there was a moat that is now a pond.
Ba Nan Temple
Banan Temple locates atop a 400-meter-high mountaintop which is 25km to the south of the provincial town. This sandstone and laterite temple was built between mid 11th century and late 12th century.
Its construction project was started by king Udayadityavarman II (AD1050-1066) and ultimately finished by king Jayavarman VII (AD 1181-1221). The temple has five towers similar to Angkor Wat, but here they were constructed separately. At the foot of the mountain, there is a moat and two natural wells, Bet Meas and Chhoung.
Prasat Snung
The Sneung Temples are divided into two parts-East Sneung and West Sneung Temple. The East Sneung Temple locates in Sneung Pagoda, about 22km southwest of the provincial town. This temple was constructed with brick on the hill which is 30m by 20m. Its features three separate shrines and is similar in style to other temples built during the 12th century. Behind the temple, there is a new temple.
The West Sneung temple is constructed of sandstone and locates near National Road 57 (former National Road 10).
Phnom Sam Pov Resort
Phnom Sampov is a natural and historical site located along National Road 57 about 12km from the provincial town. Atop 100-meter-high mountain stands a pagoda and three natural carves: Pkasla, Lakhaon and Aksopheak. Pkasla cave is full of uprooted stones and is considered important because it is where Phnom Sampov residents come to celebrate after a marriage.
Next to the mountain are several important mountain clusters, including Kdaong mountain, Krapeu mountain, Trung Moan mountain, Trung Tear mountain and Neang Romsay Sok. These mountains are related to Khmer folktale titled Reachkol Neang Romsay Sok.
Boeng Kam Pinh Puoy Resort
Komping Pouy Basin locates between two mountains-Ta Ngen and Kamping Pouy, about 35kmwest of the provincial town. Kamping Pouy Basin is 6km by 1.9km. During the rainy season, the basin holds 110 million cubic meters of water, which is used primarily for agriculture. Kamping Pouy Basin is vital to this area. Local people come here to relax and fish in the basin for Domrei Fish.
Sek Sak Resort
Is the natural resort, which has been popular since before the civil war time. Sek Sak stretches along the river bank full of plant, trees and bamboo-green nature in 500 meter length. As long as visiting Sek Sak, tourists can also visit other attractive sites like Po Pus Pich Chen Da Dong Tong and Sa Ang speak, the pre-history site in five kilometer to six kilometer distance from each other. Sek Sak located Treng commune, Rotanak Mondul District in 50 kilometer distance from the provincial town of Battambang along the National Road No 57, the former National Road No 10.
Getting To Battambang
Boat
Boat from Battambang to Siem Reap through Tonle sap lake (pass floating village on Tonle sap) (boat ticket US$20, five to nine or more hours, departure at 7 am) squeezes through narrow waterways and passes by protected wetlands. It's a bird watcher's paradise.
BUS
Battambang does not have a central bus station. Rather, bus companies have offices and stops on or near NH 5. All companies serve Phnom Penh (US$5 to US$8, five hours, 293km), Pursat (US$2.50, two hours), Sisophon (US$2 to US$3, one hour) and Poipet (US$3 to US$4, three hours). Capitol Tour and Neak Kror Horm have buses to Bangkok (US$13 to US$15) and Siem Reap (US$5); Paramount Angkor Express also goes to Siem Reap (US$5). Phnom Penh Sorya has a service to Kompong Cham (US$9)
Where to stay in Battambang
There are many Hotels and Guesthouse in Battambang.
Chhaya Hotel & Apartments
Chhaya Hotel is one of the longest-running budget hotels in Battambang, it has the cheapest beds in town , if you do not mind a dorm. The new serviced apartments are incredible value, offering tasteful decoration, acres of space and a kitchen for self-catering.
Tel + 855 -0- 53 952 170
H/P: 012 882 500 / 012 733 204
Mail: chhaya.best@yahoo.com
Address: 118, Street 3, Svaypor, Battambang
Website: www.chhayahotel.com/
Royal Hotel
Deservedly popular with independent travelers, the 45-room Royal is clean, friendly and very central
For reservation and inquiries
(855) 16 912 034 / (855) 12 894 862
E-mail: asrhotel@yahoo.com
Address: West of Central Market,
Website: www.royalhotelbattambang.com/
Battambang, Cambodia.
Bambu Hotel
Bambu Hotel is one of the newest boutique hotels in Battambang, Bambu is designed in Franco-Khmer style with spacious and stylish rooms. As well as the pool, there is a well-regarded restaurant here and bar that simply invites lingering.
Phum Romchek 5 , Sangkat Rottanak ,KO Street
Battambang, Kingdom of Cambodia
Tel: +855 (0) 53 953 900
Fax: +855 (0) 53 953951
Email: bookings@bambuhotel.com
website: www.bambuhotel.com/
Where to eat & drink
In Battambang there are many small cafes and restaurants to enjoy. Cold Night Restaurant, Riverside Balcony Bar & Restaurant, and Da Nine Market Pkay Proek.
Battambang Province is a vital agricultural area, and is famous for the fertile soil which allow almost any produce to be grown in spectacular yields. In 2003 over 500 000 tones of rice were produced in Battambang province. Battambang is capable of feeding the entire country and rice from here is of the highest quality. The province is bordered by the Tonle Sap lake, Pursat, and Bantey Meanchey. Said by proud locals to produce Cambodia's finest rice, tastiest oranges and sweetest coconuts, Battambang (Bat Dambang) has a long border with Thailand and a short stretch of the Tonlé Sap shoreline. Thailand controlled the area from 1795 to 1907 and 1941 to 1946.
Cambodia’s second largest city lies in the heart of the Northwest and until the war years was the leading rice-producing province of the country. Battambang did not give way to the Khmer Rouge movement until after the fall of Phnom Penh, but it’s been in the center of the ongoing government Khmer Rouge conflict ever since the Vietnamese invasion in 1979 pushed the genocidal regime out of Phnom Penh and to the Northwest.
Until the surrender deal of Ieng Sary (Khmer Rouge number three man based in Pailin),Battambang was the Khmer Rouge in the region. Earlier history saw Battambang flip-flopping back and forth between Thailand (called Siam before their 20th-century renaming) and Cambodia.
Battambang is the main hub of the Northwest connecting the entire region with Phnom Penh and Thailand, and as such it’s a vital link for Cambodia. Battambang city is a peaceful and pleasant place these days.
The main parts of the city are situated closed to the Sangker River, a tranquil, small body of water that winds its way through Battambang Province. It is a nice, picturesque setting. As with much of Cambodia, the French architecture is an attractive bonus of the city.
Around Battambang
Before setting out, try to link up with an English-speaking moto driver, as it really adds to the experience. Possible itineraries include a loop along the river to Phnom Banan and back to town vial Phnom Sampeau.
Admission to Phnom Banan , Phnom Sampeau and Wat Ek Phnom is US$2. If you buy a ticket - sold by the tourist police, which have a booth at each site - at one of the three Phnom (hills), it's valid all day at the other two.
Getting Around
A moto ride in town costs 1000r to 3000r, plus a bit more at night. Hire a moto driver who speak English or French costs US$6 to US$8 for a half-day in and around town and US$12 foran all-day trip out of the city.
Barseat Temple
Barsaet Temple locates 15km to the east of Battambang Provincial town. The temple was built in early 11th century between AD 1036 and 1042, during the reign of king Suryavarman I (AD 1002-1050). This temple was seriously damaged. There is an ancient pond that is 20 meters long, 12 meters wide and 10 meters deep. It holds water all year round.
Wat Ek Temple
This atmospheric, partly collapsed, 11th century temple (admission US$3) is 11 Km north of Battambang. This temple was built in AD 1027, during the reign of king Suryavarman I. There are 18 Banyan trees around the temple. Outside the temple to the south, there was a moat that is now a pond.
Ba Nan Temple
Banan Temple locates atop a 400-meter-high mountaintop which is 25km to the south of the provincial town. This sandstone and laterite temple was built between mid 11th century and late 12th century.
Its construction project was started by king Udayadityavarman II (AD1050-1066) and ultimately finished by king Jayavarman VII (AD 1181-1221). The temple has five towers similar to Angkor Wat, but here they were constructed separately. At the foot of the mountain, there is a moat and two natural wells, Bet Meas and Chhoung.
Prasat Snung
The Sneung Temples are divided into two parts-East Sneung and West Sneung Temple. The East Sneung Temple locates in Sneung Pagoda, about 22km southwest of the provincial town. This temple was constructed with brick on the hill which is 30m by 20m. Its features three separate shrines and is similar in style to other temples built during the 12th century. Behind the temple, there is a new temple.
The West Sneung temple is constructed of sandstone and locates near National Road 57 (former National Road 10).
Phnom Sam Pov Resort
Phnom Sampov is a natural and historical site located along National Road 57 about 12km from the provincial town. Atop 100-meter-high mountain stands a pagoda and three natural carves: Pkasla, Lakhaon and Aksopheak. Pkasla cave is full of uprooted stones and is considered important because it is where Phnom Sampov residents come to celebrate after a marriage.
Next to the mountain are several important mountain clusters, including Kdaong mountain, Krapeu mountain, Trung Moan mountain, Trung Tear mountain and Neang Romsay Sok. These mountains are related to Khmer folktale titled Reachkol Neang Romsay Sok.
Boeng Kam Pinh Puoy Resort
Komping Pouy Basin locates between two mountains-Ta Ngen and Kamping Pouy, about 35kmwest of the provincial town. Kamping Pouy Basin is 6km by 1.9km. During the rainy season, the basin holds 110 million cubic meters of water, which is used primarily for agriculture. Kamping Pouy Basin is vital to this area. Local people come here to relax and fish in the basin for Domrei Fish.
Sek Sak Resort
Is the natural resort, which has been popular since before the civil war time. Sek Sak stretches along the river bank full of plant, trees and bamboo-green nature in 500 meter length. As long as visiting Sek Sak, tourists can also visit other attractive sites like Po Pus Pich Chen Da Dong Tong and Sa Ang speak, the pre-history site in five kilometer to six kilometer distance from each other. Sek Sak located Treng commune, Rotanak Mondul District in 50 kilometer distance from the provincial town of Battambang along the National Road No 57, the former National Road No 10.
Getting To Battambang
Boat
Boat from Battambang to Siem Reap through Tonle sap lake (pass floating village on Tonle sap) (boat ticket US$20, five to nine or more hours, departure at 7 am) squeezes through narrow waterways and passes by protected wetlands. It's a bird watcher's paradise.
BUS
Battambang does not have a central bus station. Rather, bus companies have offices and stops on or near NH 5. All companies serve Phnom Penh (US$5 to US$8, five hours, 293km), Pursat (US$2.50, two hours), Sisophon (US$2 to US$3, one hour) and Poipet (US$3 to US$4, three hours). Capitol Tour and Neak Kror Horm have buses to Bangkok (US$13 to US$15) and Siem Reap (US$5); Paramount Angkor Express also goes to Siem Reap (US$5). Phnom Penh Sorya has a service to Kompong Cham (US$9)
Where to stay in Battambang
There are many Hotels and Guesthouse in Battambang.
Chhaya Hotel & Apartments
Chhaya Hotel is one of the longest-running budget hotels in Battambang, it has the cheapest beds in town , if you do not mind a dorm. The new serviced apartments are incredible value, offering tasteful decoration, acres of space and a kitchen for self-catering.
Tel + 855 -0- 53 952 170
H/P: 012 882 500 / 012 733 204
Mail: chhaya.best@yahoo.com
Address: 118, Street 3, Svaypor, Battambang
Website: www.chhayahotel.com/
Royal Hotel
Deservedly popular with independent travelers, the 45-room Royal is clean, friendly and very central
For reservation and inquiries
(855) 16 912 034 / (855) 12 894 862
E-mail: asrhotel@yahoo.com
Address: West of Central Market,
Website: www.royalhotelbattambang.com/
Battambang, Cambodia.
Bambu Hotel
Bambu Hotel is one of the newest boutique hotels in Battambang, Bambu is designed in Franco-Khmer style with spacious and stylish rooms. As well as the pool, there is a well-regarded restaurant here and bar that simply invites lingering.
Phum Romchek 5 , Sangkat Rottanak ,KO Street
Battambang, Kingdom of Cambodia
Tel: +855 (0) 53 953 900
Fax: +855 (0) 53 953951
Email: bookings@bambuhotel.com
website: www.bambuhotel.com/
Where to eat & drink
In Battambang there are many small cafes and restaurants to enjoy. Cold Night Restaurant, Riverside Balcony Bar & Restaurant, and Da Nine Market Pkay Proek.
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