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Battambang at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
| Province Name | Battambang |
| Type | Province |
| Area | 11,702 km² |
| Population (2024) | ~1.1 million |
What Battambang Is Famous For
Cambodia's rice bowl, Bamboo Train, Phare Circus, colonial French architecture, and thriving arts scene
Famous Places and Attractions
Bamboo Train (Norry), Wat Banan, Ek Phnom Temple, Phare Circus, Killing Caves of Phnom Sampeau, Battambang Colonial Quarter
Tourism
~1.2 million visitors/year
Food and Local Cuisine
Prahok fermented fish paste, Num Ansom sticky rice cakes, Lapov pomelo wine, Battambang oranges, jasmine rice dishes
History of Battambang
Founded in the 11th century and under Thai control from 1795 to 1907 before being returned to Cambodia under French mediation. During the French colonial period Battambang became a major center of commerce and its colonial-era architecture still lines the riverfront. The city suffered greatly under the Khmer Rouge but its resilient artistic community has made it one of Cambodia's most vibrant provincial centers.