Kampong Thom is a quiet provincial town that makes a good base for exploring the pre-Angkorian Sambor Prei Kuk temple comple, known as one of the most important pre-angkorian sites, the ancient capital of Chenla The city was inaugurated by King Isanavarman.
Distance: 170km /3hrs drive from Phnompenh. Good, paved road. Hereaffter is suggested interesting activities in Kampong Thom for first-comers.