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Stung Treng at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
| Province Name | Stung Treng |
| Type | Province |
| Area | 11,092 km² |
| Population (2024) | ~175,000 |
What Stung Treng Is Famous For
Mekong River dolphins, confluence of Mekong and Sekong rivers, Preah Rumkel dolphin viewing, Virachey National Park, and Laos border
Famous Places and Attractions
Preah Rumkel Dolphin Viewing Site, Thala Barivat ancient temple ruins, Mekong Discovery Trail, Sekong-Mekong river confluence, Laos border crossing
Tourism
~70,000 visitors/year
Food and Local Cuisine
Grilled Mekong catfish, Trey Riel small Mekong fish, Samlor Machu sour fish soup, sticky rice in bamboo, river prawns, Lao-influenced dishes
History of Stung Treng
Stung Treng sits at a major river junction where the Mekong meets the Sekong making it historically important as a trading and navigation point. Ancient ruins at Thala Barivat suggest Angkorian-era significance. The province was part of French Indochina's network connecting Cambodia to Laos. Stung Treng remains one of Cambodia's quietest provinces beloved by adventurous travelers exploring the upper Mekong.