Banlung

Town · Ratanakiri Province, 🇰🇭 Cambodia

Area 202 km²

Time zone Asia/Phnom_Penh

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Ban Lung Essentials

Ban Lung is the administrative hub of Ratanakiri province and the primary gateway to Cambodia’s northeast highlands. The region is centered around the 4,000-year-old Yeak Laom volcanic crater lake and a series of significant natural landmarks including the Kachanh and Katieng waterfalls. The landscape is defined by fertile red soil supporting extensive rubber and pepper plantations. It serves as a base for visiting indigenous hill tribe communities and organizing expeditions into the remote wilderness of Virachey National Park.

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Best of Ratanakiri

Ratanakiri’s landscape is defined by its volcanic history and dense highlands. This selection includes Lake Yeak Laom, a 700,000-year-old crater lake known for its clear water and perfectly circular shape. The region's hydrology is showcased through the Ka Teang and Kachanh waterfalls, which offer accessible swimming and jungle trails. The list also features the administrative gateway to the vast Virachey National Park and the Eisan Ratanaram Pagoda, a hilltop site overlooking the provincial capital.

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Hidden Gems of Banlung

Banlung’s landscape is defined by its volcanic history and lush highland terrain. This collection features Lake Yeak Laom, a 700,000-year-old crater lake considered sacred by the indigenous Tampuon people. The region's water network includes the 12-meter-high Kachanh Waterfall with its suspension bridge and the more secluded Ka Teang Waterfall. Cultural sites like Eisan Ratanaram Pagoda offer panoramic views from Phnom Svay, while the Virachey National Park Headquarters provides essential information for exploring one of Cambodia's largest protected biodiversity zones.

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