Battambang / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Battambang
Battambang in northwestern Cambodia combines historic streets and riverfront scenes with temple sites beyond the city. The latter need separate trips into the surrounding province.
Official travel advice
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Germany’s Federal Foreign Office says that landmine risks remain in parts of Cambodia outside urban centres. It advises visitors not to leave marked paths at temple complexes.
The UK FCDO warns of landmines and unexploded weapons and advises against leaving main routes in rural areas, including around temple complexes.
Check the latest advice from the relevant authorities before you travel.
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Street 2½ shophouses
Battambang’s heritage walking map identifies rows of shophouses on Street 2½. Use their repeating façades for perspective and respect residents’ privacy.
Search Google MapsPhsar Nath Market
Phsar Nath is marked on the city’s heritage map as its historic central market. Photograph the exterior or ask vendors before photographing individual stalls.
Search Google MapsSangkae river food street
UNESCO describes a food street along the Sangkae River. Use the riverbank as context for market scenes and ask before photographing people or their food.
Search Google MapsWat Pipetharam
Wat Pipetharam is one of the temples on the city heritage route. Frame its roof and entrance from an appropriate public area, respecting worship and photography signs.
Search Google MapsWat Ek Phnom
Wat Ek Phnom is a temple site north of Battambang. Show the older stone remains in their setting and respect barriers and sacred spaces.
Search Google MapsPhnom Banan
Phnom Banan is a hilltop temple site south of the city. Photograph the stone structures from visitor areas and check current access before the separate excursion.
Search Google MapsPhnom Sampov
Phnom Sampov is a hill outside the city that includes a pagoda and memorial sites. Concentrate on the landscape and approach, and treat places of remembrance respectfully.
Search Google MapsPhare Ponleu Selpak campus
Phare Ponleu Selpak is an arts and circus organization in Battambang. Check campus visit arrangements and ask permission before photographing students or teachers.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Battambang Municipality and partners: Architecture Battambang walking map
- UNESCO Creative Cities Network: Battambang
- Cambodia Ministry of Information: Battambang attractions
- University of the Sunshine Coast: Strategic Guidelines for Heritage Tourism in Battambang Province
- Royal Embassy of Cambodia in the United Kingdom: Phnom Sampov
- Phare Ponleu Selpak: Campus in Battambang
- Phare Ponleu Selpak: Visiting the Battambang campus