Banteay Meanchey Province Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Banteay Meanchey Province ខេត្តបន្ទាយមានជ័យ
Province
Street in Poipet
Map of Cambodia highlighting Banteay Meanchey
Country	Cambodia
Provincial status	1993
Capital	Serei Saophoan Municipality
Area
• Total	6,679 km² (2,579 sq mi)
Population (2019 census)
• Total	859,545
• Density	129/km² (330/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+7 (ICT)
Dialing code	+855
ISO 3166 code	KH-1
Districts	8
Communes	64
Villages	624

Banteay Meanchey is a province in Cambodia. A province is like a large region or state. Its capital city is Serei Saophoan.

The name Banteay Meanchey means "fortress of victory" in the Khmer language. This province is home to part of the Tonlé Sap Biosphere Reserve. This is a special area that protects nature. Two important rivers flow through the province: the Mongkol Borei River and the Sisophon River.

Exploring Banteay Meanchey Province
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Exploring Banteay Meanchey Province

Banteay Meanchey is located in the northwestern part of Cambodia. It shares a border with Thailand. This makes it an important place for trade and travel between the two countries.

What is the Capital City?

The capital city of Banteay Meanchey is Serei Saophoan. It is a busy city and the main center for the province. You can find many important buildings and services here.

How is the Province Divided?

Banteay Meanchey province is split into smaller areas. These areas are called districts and municipalities. There are 7 districts and 2 municipalities in total. They help manage different parts of the province.

Districts and Municipalities

Here are the main areas of Banteay Meanchey:

Malai
Mongkol Borey
Ou Chrov
Phnom Srok
Poipet Municipality
Preah Netr Preah
Serei Saophoan Municipality
Svay Chek
Thma Puok

What About Nature and Rivers?

The province has a lot of flat land. This makes it good for farming. The two main rivers, Mongkol Borei and Sisophon, are very important. They provide water for farms and homes. The Tonlé Sap Biosphere Reserve is a special place. It helps protect the unique plants and animals of the region.

Ancient History and Temples

Banteay Meanchey is also known for its ancient history. There are old temples and ruins that tell stories of the past. One famous temple is Banteay Chhmar. It is a large temple complex built a long time ago. Exploring these ruins can feel like stepping back in time.