Kandal Province, Administrative province near Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Description
Kandal is a province in Cambodia covering flat agricultural lands and wetlands positioned near Phnom Penh. The Mekong and Bassac rivers flow through the region and support rice farming, fishing, and water-based transportation.
History
From 1618 to 1866, Oudong served as Cambodia's royal capital before the power shifted to Phnom Penh. This move marked a turning point in the country's political geography.
Culture
Buddhist temples and pagodas shape the landscape, with many traditional sites like Ang Kor Chey showing five-peaked architecture and wooden bridges over water ponds. These religious places are everyday gathering spots for locals and show how Buddhism shapes daily life here.
Practical
The region is flat and easy to travel through, with many waterways serving as natural routes. Visiting is best during the dry season when road conditions are more stable.
Did you know?
The province surrounds Phnom Penh completely like a ring, separating the capital from the rest of Cambodia. Yet it maintains its own administration in Ta Khmau, making it an important bridge between urban and rural life.
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