Kampot

Kampot city is the metropolis of Kampot Province. The city is situated along the east side of the Kampong Bay River, nearby the base of the Elephant Mountains. Kampot City owns many lanes and colonial period architectures which are worn, yet beautiful. Also, it is known as an entrance to enter the Bokor National Park, a place to witness the scenery of both urban and rural life. From Kampot city, tourists can start a tour to discover the countryside and drop by some nearby beaches and islands in Kep, the Bokor Hill Station and also travel to the rest of southeastern Cambodia.

QUICK FACTS:

• Location: In southern Cambodia, a few kilometers from the Gulf of Thailand
• Population: 39,186
• Religions: Buddhism
• The fresh climate, stunning panoramic views from the mountain tops
• Best known for its famous black pepper

Today Kampot might not show what it was, but it still appeals a lot of people because of many stunning sites and relaxing atmosphere. The land offers several attractions including pre-Angkorian ruins and caves, jungle trekking, bicycling tours, river cruises, island trips, fishing trips, isolated beaches, pepper plantations, bamboo train rides and some beautiful rural countryside. The other must-visiting places are the old bridges which reflect a mix of numerous styles after Khmer Rouge period on the Kampot River. Along the riverfront, there are many hotels and restaurants on the two sides. The riverfront is kind of peaceful and picturesque. You will see the heavy French influence of wide boulevards, trees, and French architecture en route as well. Kampot is quiet, and that quiet makes Kampot wonderful in its own way. Let create a specific trip with an awesome itinerary by some below activities: Travel to the Bokor Hill Station – generally, people come to Kampot to have a chance dropping by this relic, a French old place consisting of hillside villa, palace and casino. This place has become Disneyland and its former historic value ruined. Youcan choose to walk to Pepper farms to enjoy the best-tasting pepper in the world or visit the nearby Kep city and find out many salt fields. Taking a cruise is also an exciting experience on a very nice river. On the way going downtown, you can catch sight of some central markets, small caves with Buddhist shrines, and the football stadium. Towards the ocean on the East side is the port of Kampot and many Cham Muslim communities and schools. Across the river is the Wat or Buddhist Temple which always warmly welcomes tourists from all over the world. Best Time to VisitJan : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. During Jan month, day temperature raise upto 30 C° and night temperature goes down upto 23 C°. Weather is quite clear during Jan month. According to past year record, there is 2.84cm rain fall every year during Jan month in Kampot. Overall weather reviews shows that Jan is one of the best month to visit Kampot. Feb : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. During Feb month, day temperature raise upto 31 C° and night temperature goes down upto 24 C°. Weather is quite clear during Feb month. According to past year record, there is 1.19cm rain fall every year during Feb month in Kampot. Mar : This month is hottest month in Kampot. During Mar month, day temperature raise upto 32 C° and night temperature goes down upto 25 C°. Weather is quite clear during Mar month. According to past year record, there is 3.62cm rain fall every year during Mar month in Kampot. Apr : This month is hottest month in Kampot. During Apr month, day temperature raise upto 32 C° and night temperature goes down upto 26 C°. Apr month is one of the rainy months in Kampot. According to past year record, there is 10.44cm rain fall every year during Apr month in Kampot. One should avoid visiting Kampot during this month as you may face some difficulties due to rain. May : This month is hottest month in Kampot. During May month, day temperature raise upto 32 C° and night temperature goes down upto 26 C°. May month is one of the rainy months in Kampot. According to past year record, there is 18.32cm rain fall every year during May month in Kampot. One should avoid visiting Kampot during this month as you may face some difficulties due to rain. Jun : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. During Jun month, day temperature raise upto 30 C° and night temperature goes down upto 26 C°. Weather is quite clear during Jun month. According to past year record, there is 4.64cm rain fall every year during Jun month in Kampot. Jul : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. During Jul month, day temperature raise upto 30 C° and night temperature goes down upto 26 C°. Weather is quite clear during Jul month. According to past year record, there is 3.31cm rain fall every year during Jul month in Kampot. Aug : During Aug month, day temperature raise upto 29 C° and night temperature goes down upto 26 C°. Weather is quite clear during Aug month. According to past year record, there is 4.36cm rain fall every year during Aug month in Kampot. Sep : During Sep month, day temperature raise upto 29 C° and night temperature goes down upto 25 C°. Weather is quite clear during Sep month. According to past year record, there is 4.97cm rain fall every year during Sep month in Kampot. Oct : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. This month is coldest month in Kampot. During Oct month, day temperature raise upto 30 C° and night temperature goes down upto 11 C°. Oct month is one of the rainy months in Kampot. According to past year record, there is 7.07cm rain fall every year during Oct month in Kampot. Nov : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. During Nov month, day temperature raise upto 30 C° and night temperature goes down upto 24 C°. Nov month is one of the rainy months in Kampot. According to past year record, there is 5.81cm rain fall every year during Nov month in Kampot. Dec : This month is one of the hot months in Kampot. During Dec month, day temperature raise upto 30 C° and night temperature goes down upto 23 C°. Weather is quite clear during Dec month. According to past year record, there is 3.46cm rain fall every year during Dec month in Kampot. Overall weather reviews shows that Dec is one of the best month to visit Kampot.