Preah Vihear Province Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Preah Vihear Province ព្រះវិហារ
Province
Preah Vihear Temple, for which the province is named
Map of Cambodia highlighting Preah Vihear
Country	Cambodia
Provincial status	1959
Named for	Preah Vihear Temple
Capital	Preah Vihear
Area
• Total	13,788 km² (5,324 sq mi)
Population (2019 census)
• Total	251,352
• Density	18/km² (50/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+7 (ICT)
Dialing code	+855
ISO 3166 code	KH-13
Districts	7

Preah Vihear is a province located in the northern part of Cambodia. Its main city and capital is also called Preah Vihear. This province is named after the famous Preah Vihear Temple, a very old and important building.

Preah Vihear is one of nine provinces that are part of the Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve. This reserve is a special area that helps protect nature and wildlife around the large Tonle Sap lake. The province is also home to Koh Ker, which was once a capital city of the powerful Khmer Empire a long, long time ago.

Exploring Preah Vihear Province
- Famous Temples and Historical Sites
  - Preah Khan Kampong Svay
How the Province is Organized
- Districts of Preah Vihear
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Exploring Preah Vihear Province

Preah Vihear province is known for its beautiful natural areas and amazing ancient temples. It's a place where history and nature come together. Many people visit to see the old buildings and learn about Cambodia's past.

Famous Temples and Historical Sites

The most famous site is the Preah Vihear Temple itself. It's an ancient Hindu temple built on a cliff, offering amazing views. It's so special that it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Another important historical place is Koh Ker. This was a very important city in the 10th century. It has many temples and a huge pyramid-like structure called Prasat Thom. Exploring Koh Ker feels like stepping back in time.

Preah Khan Kampong Svay

You can also find the ruins of Preah Khan Kampong Svay here. This was a large temple complex that was built over many years. It shows how skilled the ancient Khmer people were at building.

How the Province is Organized

Preah Vihear province is divided into smaller areas to help manage everything. These areas are called districts and one municipality. A municipality is like a main city area.