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Banteay Meanchey at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
| Province Name | Banteay Meanchey |
| Type | Province |
| Area | 6,679 km² |
| Population (2024) | ~796,000 |
What Banteay Meanchey Is Famous For
Poipet border crossing with Thailand, casino tourism, Banteay Chhmar ancient temple, and rice production
Famous Places and Attractions
Poipet International Border Crossing, Banteay Top Temple, Banteay Chhmar Temple Complex, O'Chrov nature areas
Tourism
~800,000 visitors/year, mostly from Thailand and domestic travelers
Food and Local Cuisine
Bai Chha fried rice, fresh river fish, Thai-influenced border cuisine, Khmer noodle soups, fresh tropical fruits
History of Banteay Meanchey
Banteay Meanchey means Fortress of Victory in Khmer. Established as a province in 1988. The region was a significant battleground during the Cambodian civil war, with Khmer Rouge forces holding parts of the border area until the late 1990s. Banteay Chhmar temple, built by Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century, is one of Cambodia's largest Angkorian temples. Today the province is a key economic gateway between Cambodia and Thailand.