Prey Veng Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Prey Veng Province
ខេត្តព្រៃវែង
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Map of Cambodia highlighting Prey Veng
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| Country |  Cambodia |
| Provincial status | 1907 |
| Capital | Prey Veng Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4,883 km2 (1,885 sq mi) |
| Population
(2019)
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| • Total |  1,057,428 |
| • Density | 217/km2 (560/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+07 |
| Dialing code | +855 |
| ISO 3166 code | KH-14 |
| Districts | 12 |
| Communes | 116 |
| Villages | 1139 |
Prey Veng is a province located in the country of Cambodia. It is found in the southeastern part of Cambodia. The main city and capital of the province is also called Prey Veng.
This province is special because it sits on the east side of the famous Mekong River. Another important river, the Bassac River, also flows through this area. These rivers are very important for the people living here, helping with farming and transportation.
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Geography and Rivers
Prey Veng Province is known for its flat land, which is perfect for growing crops like rice. The province gets its name from the Khmer words "Prey" (forest) and "Veng" (long), meaning "long forest." However, much of the original forest has been cleared for farming over time.
The Mighty Mekong
The Mekong River is one of the longest rivers in Asia. It flows through many countries, including Cambodia. In Prey Veng, the Mekong provides water for irrigation, which means watering crops. It also serves as a busy waterway for boats carrying goods and people.
The Bassac River
The Bassac River is a branch of the Mekong River. It splits off from the Mekong near Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. This river also plays a big role in the daily lives of people in Prey Veng, supporting fishing and farming.
Districts and Administration
Prey Veng Province is divided into smaller areas called districts. Think of districts like smaller regions or counties within a larger state. There are 12 districts and one special area called a municipality in Prey Veng. Each district has its own local government that helps manage the area.
List of Districts
Here are the districts that make up Prey Veng Province:
- Ba Phnum
- Kamchay Mear
- Kampong Leav
- Kampong Trabaek
- Kanhchriech
- Me Sang
- Peam Chor
- Peam Ro
- Pea Reang
- Preah Sdach
- Prey Veng Municipality
- Sithor Kandal
- Svay Antor
Economy and Life
The main activity in Prey Veng Province is agriculture. This means most people work in farming. Rice is the most important crop grown here, thanks to the fertile land and the water from the rivers. You can often see beautiful golden rice fields, especially during harvest season.
Important Landmarks
One of the most famous landmarks in Prey Veng is the Neak Loeung Bridge. This bridge is very important because it helps people and goods cross the Mekong River easily. Before the bridge was built, people had to wait for ferries to cross, which could take a long time. The bridge has made travel and trade much faster and easier for everyone in the region.
Images for kids
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Waiting for the Neak Leung ferry
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Golden rice field in Prey Veng province
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Prey Veng para niños
