Phnom Penh Area Guide: Prek Pnov Prek Pnov, sometimes written as Praek Pnov, is a district on the outskirts of Phnom Penh. It is subdivided into 6 communes (Sangkats). The most remarkable landmark of the district is Prek Pnov Bridge. It is a 996m bridge that crosses the Tonle Sap River and connects Prek Pnov and…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Dangkor Dangkor, sometimes written as “Dangkao”, is a district in the southern part of Phnom Penh. Dangkor is subdivided into 13 communes (Sangkats). The district has become more connected to the city center after the presence of Hun Sen Blvd. The section also receives many upscale gated residential developments in recent…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Kamboul Kamboul is a western district of Phnom Penh. It was part of Kandal province before being integrated into Phnom Penh in 2019. Being an outskirt of the capital, the district received fewer residential developments than other parts. However, there are many low-cost gated residential communities in the district. Click here…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Pou Senchey Pou Senchey is the western district (Khan) of Phnom Penh. It is subdivided into 7 communes (Sangkats). Phnom Penh International Airport is also situated in the district, along the Russian Federation Blvd. The neighborhood around Phnom Penh International Airport and Veng Sreng Blvd. are the most populated section of…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Krong Ta Khmau Krong Ta Khmau is the capital and the largest city in Kandal province. It takes only a 20 – 30-minute drive from Central Phnom Penh. According to statistics, 60% of people in Krong Ta Khmau travel to work in Phnom Penh. Ta Khmau Municipality offers almost everything you…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Russei Keo Russei Keo consists of the northern and northeastern outskirts of the central city of Phnom Penh. Russei Keo, sometimes written as “Russey Keo”, is an extensive district consisting of 7 communes. Amongst all, only Tuol Sangke and Chrang Chamreh saw the most residential developments, overflown from Tuol Kork and…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Mean Chey Mean Chey is a district in the south-eastern part of Phnom Penh. Mean Chey, which literally means “Victorious”, consists of 8 communes. There are 2 separate sections of the district that are best known among expats. One of them is often advertised as Hun Sen Blvd, covering 2 communes:…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Hun Sen Blvd. Hun Sen Blvd. is a popular section of Mean Chey District (Khan) for expats. The section covers Chak Angrae Leu and Chak Angrae Kraom communes of the district, often advertised as Hun Sen Blvd. due to the popularity and rapid development along the boulevard. The boulevard, often referred…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Boeng Tumpun Boeng Tumpun is a section of Mean Chey District, often advertised as the Southern Part of Russian Market. A major part of the section is prone to flooding, you must be prepared for a flood after every 30 minutes – 1-hour rain, due to poor drainage systems and being…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Chbar Ampov Chbar Ampov is located on the east of Phnom Penh and separated from the city by the Bassac River. The district is becoming a popular destination for those who are looking for an affordable and relaxed place to live. The area isn’t very popular amongst professional expatriate individuals, but…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Chroy Changvar Chroy Changvar is a rapidly developing satellite city in the northeast of Phnom Penh, at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers. Chroy Changvar is the name of both the district and the peninsula it encompasses. The once marshy area is now a new residential and commercial…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Street 2004 Street 2004 is a popular street in Sen Sok and Pou Sen Chey District. It is more popular with expats than other parts of Sen Sok, as the street is relatively convenient and more closer to the city center. The area is sometimes advertised as “near CIA First International…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Sen Sok – The New Expansion Sen Sok is a popular destination for expats because it offers a good balance of convenience and affordability. The district is well-connected to the rest of the city, and it is home to a number of affordable housing options. Sen Sok is also a safe…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Diamond Island (Koh Pich) Diamond Island (Koh Pich) is a satellite city in Phnom Penh on the Mekong and Bassac rivers. Up until the year 2000, the region was a swamp, but it has been transformed into a neighborhood and business district. A neighborhood named “Elysée” has a style inspired by…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Boeng Trabaek Boeng Trabaek is a subdivision of Chamkar Mon District, providing affordable housing options and cost of living, even though borders BKK1, BKK3 & Russian Market, and is not any less convenient. The commune is ringed by Mao Tse Tung Blvd. to the North, Monivong Blvd. to the East, and…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Russian Market (Tuol Tum Poung) Toul Tum Poung, also known as the Russian Market area, is a popular neighborhood for expats in Phnom Penh. It is centrally located, has a wide variety of amenities, and is relatively affordable. It is popular amongst young professionals, backpacking tourists, NGO staff, and local residents….

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Bassac Garden City (Tonle Bassak) Bassac Garden City is an old school gated community in central Phnom Penh, laid on the East bank of Bassak River, developed and managed by OCIC Cambodia. The community is located in Tonle Bassak Commune, Chamkar Mon District. It occupies 140,000 sqm of land area and…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Tonle Bassak – The Embassy Hub Tonle Bassak has undergone a remarkable transition over the last decade, transforming from a quiet neighborhood to one of the most renowned and energetic districts in the city. It is part of Chamkar Mon District, on the west side of Bassak River, circled by Sihanouk…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: BKK1 – The Expat Heaven Rarely referred to by its real name, Boeng Keng Kang Ti Muoy. BKK1 has undoubtedly earned its name as the expat quarter and most convenient section of the capital for the last couple of decades. It is a perfect place for individuals looking for a pleasant…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Boeng Keng Kang Commonly referred to as BKK, Boeng Keng Kang District was once part of Chamkar Mon District until 2019. The district was established by taking 7 quarters (Sangkat/ communes) from the Chamkar Mon. 3 quarters of BKK, including BKK1, BKK2 & BKK3, are best known and popular amongst expats…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Daun Penh – Home of History & Culture Daun Penh is on the bank of Tonle Sap River, best known among retired and teenaged expats and tourists for its vibrant nightlife scene and riverside restaurants. Like BKK1 & Tonle Bassak, The District of Daun Penh has gone under rapid development in…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Eden Garden (Daun Penh) Eden Garden is a new developing quarter in central Phnom Penh that showcases modern architectural buildings. The area is labeled after “Eden Garden Mall”, which is a garden-theme food and beverages center.     Located in Beong Kak section, Srah Chak Commune, between Daun Penh & Tuol…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Prampir Makara (7 Makara) Prampir Makara (7 Makara) is more resided by local residents, however, like other suburbs of the city, Prampir Makara has gone through some residential development after the foreign population overflowed from Daun Penh in recent years. The area is also known for its architectural landmark, the Olympic…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Borey Peng Huot Boeung Snor Borey Peng Huot Boeng Snor is a mega eco-friendly gated community development in Chhbar Ampov District – the southeast part of Phnom Penh. It is also referred to as Peng Huot The Star Platinum. The community covers roughly 200 hectares of land and features numerous phases…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Tuol Kork Tuol Kork is a fast-growing district that is home to a large expat community. Expats living in Tuol Kork appreciate the district’s convenience, safety, amenities, and relaxed atmosphere. The district is in Central Phnom Penh making it easy to get to everything the city offers. There are also a…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Chamkar Mon Chamkar Mon is the Southernmost district in Central Phnom Penh, subdivided into 5 major sections. The 5 quarters are not any less popular to expats than Boeng Keng Kang District. Map link of Chamkar Mon District: Click here The past decade saw rapid housing & commercial developments, transformed from…

Phnom Penh Area Guide: Tuol Svay Prey 1 & 2 In the early 2010s, Tuol Svay Prey 1 & 2 was written off as an edge of the city, despite being situated less than 8 minutes’ drive from Russian Market and BKK1. However, Tuol Svay Prey has transformed into a livelier neighborhood in recent years….

Phnom Penh Area Guide: BKK2 & BKK3 Boeng Keng Kang Ti Pir & Boeng Kang Ti Bei commonly referred to as BKK2 & BKK3, are in the neighborhood of BKK district, bordering BKK1, inside 2 main roads of Sihanouk and Monivong Blvds. BKK2 is situated between Olympic Market and Moniving Blvd. Whereas BKK3 lies West…