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Kampot Essentials

Kampot’s heritage is defined by its French colonial architecture and world-renowned agricultural exports. This selection features central landmarks like the Big Durian and Saltworker’s Monument alongside the Old Market’s historical facades. Visitors can explore the region's history at the Provincial Museum, witness the processing of Kampot pepper at FarmLink, or observe fireflies along the riverbanks. The local markets, ranging from the traditional Phsar Leur to the evening food stalls, provide a direct look at the town's daily commerce.

Big Durian

A large roundabout monument honoring Kampot’s primary fruit crop. It serves as the town’s central landmark and primary meeting point.

Seahorse

A riverside statue installed in 2024 that spouts water into the Praek Tuek Chhu river, inspired by the region's marine life.

Saltworker's Monument

Located near the river, this statue depicts workers harvesting salt, commemorating Kampot’s status as Cambodia's primary sea salt producer.

Old Market

A restored French colonial building housing boutique shops and restaurants. It retains its original early 20th-century architectural features.

Provincial Museum

Set in the former Governor's Mansion, this museum displays pre-Angkorian statues, archaeological finds from nearby caves, and colonial-era photography.

Kampot Night Market

An evening market located near the Big Durian featuring a small amusement park, street food stalls, and vendors selling clothing and local snacks.

fireflies

Evening boat excursions depart from the town riverfront to view fireflies inhabiting the mangrove trees along the riverbanks at dusk.

FarmLink

A pepper processing facility and tasting room where visitors can learn about the sorting and grading of GI-certified Kampot pepper.

Vietnamese Friendship Monument

A socialist-realist monument built to celebrate the liberation of Cambodia from the Khmer Rouge regime by Vietnamese forces.

Phsar Leur Market

The largest traditional market in the province, offering fresh produce, seafood, textiles, and everyday household goods used by the local community.