Cambodia
Battambang
Battambang is a city in northwestern Cambodia and the country's second largest. It's a pleasant place to stroll around at a relaxed pace and enjoy the charm of a modest provincial town.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Battambang Airport (BBM)
- Best season
- Dec–Jan
- Time zone
- Asia/Phnom_Penh
- Sights covered
- 13 places
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Temples & religious sites
Wat Ek Phnom
Wat Ek Phnom is an Angkor-era Hindu temple 9 km north of Battambang, built in the 11th century under Suryavarman I. Though partly in ruins, it retains intricately carved lintels and pediments well worth seeing.
Shopping & districts
Svay Pao
Svay Pao is a village in the Battambang region of northwestern Cambodia. It's a pleasant place to explore and experience an unassuming, rural atmosphere.
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Preaek Luong
Preaek Luong is a khum (commune) of Aek Phnum District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia.
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Voat Ta Muem
Voat Ta Muem is a khum (commune) of Sangkae District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia.
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Samraong Knong
Samraong Knong is a khum (commune) of Aek Phnum District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia.
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Roka
Roka is a Khum (commune) of Sangkae District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia.
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Preaek Khpob
Preaek Khpob is a khum (commune) of Aek Phnum District in Battambang Province in north-western Cambodia.
Shopping & districts
Peam Aek
Peam Aek is an area near Battambang, Cambodia. It's a convenient stop for visiting the nearby Wat Ek Phnom temple.
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Where to Stay in Battambang for the Best Value
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5-star & luxury
Where to Stay in Battambang for a Luxury Boutique Hotel Experience
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Pool villas & resorts
Where to stay in Battambang for resorts and pool villas
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Family travel
Where to stay in Battambang with kids: best areas and family accommodation guide
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Couples & honeymoon
Where to Stay in Battambang for a Romantic Couple's Trip
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Central & near stations
Where to Stay in Battambang for Central Locations and Transport Hubs
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Best time to visit
When is the best time to visit Battambang, Cambodia?
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First-time guide
How to plan your first visit to Battambang: layout, transport, and practical tips
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Getting around
How to Get Around Battambang: Local Transport and Travel Guide
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