Anlong Vil Travel Guide
City Cambodian city in Battambang with agricultural focus
Rice paddies and wooden pagodas frame Anlong Vil, where market stalls sell grilled fish and morning commerce animates village life; travelers use the area for Battambang’s countryside rides, small temple ruins and Khmer homestays with cooking lessons.
Why Visit Anlong Vil? #
Rural charm and a slow pace of life draw visitors to Anlong Vil, where rice paddies, floating waterways and scattered Buddhist pagodas give a clear sense of Khmer village life. The local market offers fresh produce and grilled fish; nearby Battambang’s wooden colonial buildings and the bamboo train make easy day trips. Short riverfront walks reveal fishermen and ox‑drawn carts. Expect a low‑key stay that highlights traditional customs and simple countryside scenery.
Top Things to Do in Anlong Vil
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- Battambang Bamboo Train (Norry) - Iconic bamboo rail experience near Battambang offering rustic countryside rides.
- Phnom Sampeau - Hill complex with temples, bat caves, and World War II killing caves.
- Battambang Provincial Museum - Small museum showcasing regional artifacts and fine examples of Khmer sculpture.
- Wat Banan - Rural hilltop temple with ancient brick towers and countryside photo opportunities.
- Local rice-field bicycle loop - Rent a bicycle to explore quiet rice paddies and village lanes nearby.
- Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus - Evening contemporary circus blending acrobatics and Cambodian storytelling from Battambang troupe.
- Battambang city center - Stroll colonial-era streets, markets, and riverside cafes in central Battambang.
- Ek Phnom temple - Compact Angkorian temple complex set beside a shaded rural landscape and rice fields.
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Visit Anlong Vil in the cool, dry months (November-February) for comfortable temperatures and easier travel on rural roads. Avoid the hot pre-monsoon months if you dislike intense heat; expect heavy rains and muddy travel in the monsoon.
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Anlong Vil's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and hot winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 19°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1281 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (209 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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How to Get to Anlong Vil
Anlong Vil is a small locality in Battambang province; there are no major airports or train stations in the town itself. Most visitors arrive via Siem Reap (REP) or Phnom Penh (PNH) and continue by bus, minivan or taxi to Battambang town, then use local tuk‑tuks or moto‑taxis to reach Anlong Vil.
Siem Reap International Airport (REP): Siem Reap is the nearest major international airport with regular flights; from Siem Reap you can reach Battambang-area towns by shuttle/minivan or private taxi. Shared minibuses from Siem Reap to Battambang town typically cost about USD 8-12 and take roughly 3-3.5 hours; a private taxi runs about USD 50-80 and takes around 2.5-3 hours.
Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH): Phnom Penh is another main international gateway. Direct buses and VIP coaches from Phnom Penh to Battambang town usually cost USD 6-12 and take about 4-6 hours; a private taxi is considerably faster (3.5-4.5 hours) but more expensive (USD 60-120).
Train: There is no reliable regular passenger train service that serves small communities in Battambang province like Anlong Vil. Cambodia’s passenger rail network is very limited; do not plan on trains for last-mile travel in this area.
Bus / Minivan: Intercity buses and shared minibuses are the practical option. Services run between Siem Reap/Phnom Penh and Battambang town (Battambang bus station). From Battambang you’ll typically hire a tuk‑tuk or moto to reach surrounding communes (USD 1-5 locally for short trips, 10-20 minutes depending on distance).
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Where to Eat in Anlong Vil #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Anlong Vil's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
