It is located in the center of the country, halfway between Phnom Penh (approximately 160–170 km north) and Siem Reap (Angkor Wat area).
Capital: Kampong Thom (also called Stung Saen), a quiet, picturesque city on the banks of the Stung Saen River.
Sights: Known for important Angkorian temples, especially Sambor Prei Kuk (a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2017), the oldest complete temple city from the pre-Angkor period (7th–8th century, Ishanavarman I period).
Landscape: Primarily flat lowlands, with many rice paddies, rural areas, and nature.
Borders the Tonlé Sap Lake region (affecting fishing and agriculture).
Population: Relatively sparsely populated compared to surrounding provinces; economy based on agriculture (rice), fishing, and some tourism.
Travel: Popular as a stopover or layover on the Phnom Penh to Siem Reap route.
Quieter and less touristy than the major highlights.
In short: a central, green province with a rich pre-Angkor history (especially Sambor Prei Kuk), ideal for those seeking peace and quiet and authentic Cambodian countryside.
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