Battambang Province

Battambang Province is an administrative region in northwestern Cambodia surrounded by several neighboring provinces and characterized by fertile plains. The Sangkae River flows through the area, shaping the landscape and local geography.

The region remained disputed between Cambodia and Siam for centuries until a French-Siamese treaty in 1907 clarified the borders. This agreement established the province as part of French Indochina.

The Circus at Phare Ponleu Selpak showcases how young people train and perform traditional arts through acrobatics and movement. The performances reflect local stories and provide a platform for community expression.

Regular bus services connect the province to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap for visitors exploring the region. Boat travel along the Sangkae River offers an alternative way to move around.

The province is organized into 13 districts and one municipality, making it one of Cambodia's main rice-growing regions. Walking through the area reveals how communities depend on seasonal water patterns and agricultural cycles.

Location: Cambodia

Inception: 1907

Capital city: Battambang

Shares border with: Banteay Meanchey Province, Pursat Province, Siem Reap Province, Pailin Province, Trat, Chanthaburi, Sa Kaeo

GPS coordinates: 13.02861,102.98944

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:09