Siem Reap Province facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Siem Reap Province សៀមរាប
Province
Clockwise from top: Cambodian Cultural Village, Banteay Srei, Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, Tonlé Sap, Phnom Kulen, Angkor Wat
Nickname(s):  Gateway to Angkor
Map of Cambodia highlighting Siem Reap
Country	Cambodia
Settled	802
Provincial status	23 December 1907
Capital	Siem Reap Municipality
Area
• Total	10,299 km2 (3,976 sq mi)
Population  (2019)
• Total	1,006,512
• Density	98/km2 (250/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+7 (ICT)
Dialing code	087629502+855
ISO 3166 code	KH-17
Districts	12
Communes	100
Villages	907

Siem Reap is a province located in Cambodia. Its main city and capital is also called Siem Reap.

This province is a very important part of the Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve. It is famous for being home to Angkor and the amazing Angkor Wat temple ruins. These ruins are so special that they are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also find Phnom Kulen National Park within the province.

What Are the Parts of Siem Reap Province?

Siem Reap province is divided into 12 smaller areas called districts. Think of them like different neighborhoods or towns within the larger province.

Districts of Siem Reap

• Angkor Chum
• Angkor Thom
• Banteay Srei
• Chi Kraeng
• Kralanh
• Puok
• Prasat Bakong
• Siem Reap Municipality
• Sout Nikom
• Srei Snam
• Svay Leu
• Varin

Images for kids

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  Banteay Srei is a beautiful ancient temple.

See Also

In Spanish: Provincia de Siem Riep para niños