Sisophan Travel Guide

This small town in Western Cambodia is the capital of Banteay Meanchey Province, which borders Thailand and Siem Reap. It often serves as a quick escape for those who've spent the day at Poipet crossing the border from Thailand.

Worth It?
Only if you've just crossed from Thailand to Poipet and aren't ready to travel to to Siem Reap.
What to Do
visit the ancient temples, go bird-watching at the reserve.
Best Time to Go
the dry season (December to April) is best as secondary roads aren't always passable when it rains.
How Long?
There's no reason to stay more than a day.
Trivia
locals often refer to Sisophan by its nickname, Svay.

While the city has little to offer tourists, it can be a great relief for those who've spent the day haggling with border officials over the inflated cost of their visa. It can also serve as a staging ground for onward travel to Siem Reap, where tourists flock to visit the spectacular ruins at Angkor Wat.

Those who find themselves in Sisophan for a day or two can join an eco-tour into the region's forests and mountains. The Sisophon River cuts through the region near beautiful areas like La Ang Phnom Touch and Phom Chen Chung. Trekking can be arranged through travel agencies in Sisophan.

Travel to Sisophan - Getting There

Sisophan is located at the intersection of the NH5 and NH6 highways. NH6 connects to Siem Reap, where there is an international airport with links to regional capitals. Sisophan is a major transportation hub for those crossing from Thailand at Poipet.

Sisophan Things to Do

Sisophan Attractions

Ancient temples
the nearest historic attraction is the collection of ancient temples at Banteay Top and Banteay Chhmar, both of which are roughly 30 miles outside of town.
Ang Trapeng Thmor Reserve
this bird sanctuary is 35 miles from Sisophan and can be reached by car in 1 hour, 30 minutes.
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