Geography
Sihanouk Ville is located at the south-west of Cambodia that has land area about 1,283 km2. There are 2 national road from Phnom Penh to Siha
noukville.If we travel from PP to Sihanoukville along the national road No 4, there are 230 km long and we have to spend 3h 30mn or 4h.If we travel across national road No 3, there are 238 km long, we have to spend 5 hours. In Sihanoukville, besides the national road there is a railway from PP to Sihanouk that has 264 km, we have to spend 12 hours, moreover, there is an airway that fry from Por Chentong International Airport to Sihanoukville, we have to spend 45 mn.Sihanouk Ville was built in 1956 along the Kompong Som coast that the eastern border is next to theKompot province, northern next to the Koskong province, southern and western next to the Gulf of Thailand.This province divided into adminisrative regions that has 3 Districts, 22 Sangkats, and 94 Villages. The population is about 162,317 that 84,561 are ladies and 77,756 are men, and there are 30,210 families.This province there are many peoples came to live such as Khmer, Cham, Saouch, Chinese, Vietnamese, and other peoples.
About Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville is Cambodia's Premier Beach Resort with Casinos, new bars and restaurants and hotels springing up everyday, but one thing remains constant...the beaches are beautiful with their crystal clear aquamarine waters. Tropical sun is intense so be sure to pack your sun screen. On those days you might be recovering from a sunburn check out Angkor Brewery, KbalChaiwaterfall, ReamPark, or The sleepy port village of Stoung Hao to the north where workers spend hours shelling crab. Ream Park is on the outskirts of town and one can take a riverboat from the highway, through mangroves to the mouth of the river.
This coastal city is beautified by white-sand beaches that include OChheuTeall , Sokha , PramPiChan , Deum Chrey. These beaches are known for their quiet, cosy atmosphere and the large stretches of white sand and c
lear waters and these make them popular spots for families on vacation. These seaside paradises with the refreshing coolness of the fresh water streams can be enjoyed all year round. Business opportunities in Sihanoukville are varied from financial activities to tourist and travel-related industries in conjunction with the government’s objective of making Sihanoukville a major tourist destination besides its status as an International Offshore Financial Centre. The government welcomes both foreign as well as local investors to participate on a joint-venture basis.Sihanoukville's white sand beaches and warm Gulf of Thailand waters combine with a laid back, beachy atmosphere to provide a great little tropical getaway. Sihanoukville is a place to unwind by the beach, enjoy the fresh from-the-ocean seafood, take in a snorkeling or scuba trip, and generally slow-down, lay back and chill-out.
Cambodian's only deep-sea port is located here and considerable international aid has been spent to improve the infrastructure in the province. Although tourism has increased over the past few years, the beaches of Sihanoukville are some of the most unspoiled in all of Southeast Asia . It is a prefect tropical getaway, filled with lovely beaches and facilities for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving or just sunbathing. Boat trips are also available to many of the nearby islands. There are several hotels and local restaurants serving fresh, delicious seafood on the beach. On the weekend, there are many local visitors from Phnom Penh to relax, swimming and enjoy fresh seafood.
How to go to Sihanoukville
anoukville is quite comfortable by bus. You can avail air conditioned buses which depart from Phnom Penh several times a day. The passengers availing the bus route are let off at the bus station near the center of Sihanoukville. There are regular bus services and you will never have to face a problem as such. There are no public buses in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap. Taxis wait outside hotels and restaurants but, as they are unmetered, the fare should be fixed before leaving. Cyclos (tricycles) or motodops (motorcycle taxis) are an efficient and inexpensive way to get around and some of the drivers, especially those found outside main hotels, speak a little French or English. Siem Reap also has motorised tuk tuks.
Places of Interests
Kbal Chhay Waterfall
Locates in Khan Prey Nup in seven Kilometers distance from the Sihanouk Ville, then turn left more nine Kilometers by a red soil road. The 
waterfall of Kbal Chhay has many souces from the mountain range at the seaside. The history of Kbal Chhay waterfall was found in 1960. Until 1963 Kbal Chhay was arranged as the clean-water sources to give Sihanouk Ville, but the arrangement failed. It became Khmer Rouge hideout . In 1997,Kbal Chhay was turned into the developing zone. In 1998, it was bid by Kok An Company on constructing road and changing this site for tourist resort for local and international tourists. Nowadays, the Royal government of Cambodia has changed this site to the clean-water sources for giving clean water to Sihanouk Ville.
Ochheuteal Beach
Ochheuteal Beach , known as UNTAC Beach in the early 1990s, is now the most popular in Siha-noukville, offering the full spectrum of beach venues from upscale hotels and dining to laid-back budget beach bars and bungalows. Ochheuteal is long, sandy and narrow, with ‘ Serendipity Beach ’ at the northern end, a golf- course development at the southern end, and a cluster of mid-range hotels and restaurants near the MP base in the middle. Lit
tle shack style restaurants and bars, grass umbrellas, rentable beach chairs line the beach from one end to the other. The mid section of Ochheuteal just south of the MP base appeals to visitors seeking middle to upper range facilities near the beach. It offers several nice hotels including the Golden Sand, the mid-range Holiday and Orchidee Guesthouse, as well as some of Sihanoukville’s better seafood restaurants, (Sea Dragon, Susaday, and Les Feuilles), within walking distance of the hotels. Bucking mid-Ochheuteal’s upscale trend, several relatively inexpensive guesthouses have sprung up, including the Susaday and a few more along the second road back from the beach. Further south along the beach near the golf course development, a number of budget traveler/backpacker oriented bar/restaurant/beach hangouts have sprung up, (including the well-known Chiva’s Shack and Chaimoy’s Frog Shack), all offering chairs, umbrellas, drinks and a chill-out atmosphere. Locates at Sangkat No 3, Sihanouk Ville. The beach has the most beautiful characteristics-large beautiful sand beach, shallow water and quiet sea. We found the beach has specific either geographical aspect or the arrangement.
Occupying all of Sokha Beach , the new Sokha Beach Resort, Sihanouk-ville’s first full resort complex, is offering upscale accommodation, restaurants, water sports, and more. Sokha Beach is about 1 kilometer long and comparatively wide so that there is plenty of sand left during high tide. It is perfectly groomed these days, fairly quiet by comparison to Ochheuteal, and is open to the general public as well as guests of the resort.
Independence Beach
Independence Beach gets its name from the deserted hulk of the 7-storey Independence Hotel at the north end. Locals call this beach ‘otel bram-pul chann (hotel 7-stories). It is labeled ‘7- Chann Beach ’ on the in-town street sign. Independence is more than a k
ilometer long, but the sandy area is quite narrow, making the beach best when the tide is low. The beach is wider and moretouristed toward the northwest end, near a small fresh water lake (which is the source of the town’s fresh water and is rumored to contain crocodiles). At the other end is the beach’s only hotel, Sea Breeze. Grass umbrellas and drink vendors now line the beach from end to end but Independence is still much less frequented than other beaches. The road up to the old Independence Hotel is often frequented by a small troop of Rhesus monkeys but is currently closed while the hotel undergoes renovation.Independence Beach is located next to Sokha Beach on its west. The beach was named after the old Independence Hotel. This beach offers a good stretch of clean sand. Situated at the northern end of the beach is Independence Hotel and Koh Pos Beach, the nice tiny island only 800m off the coast. Koh Pos offers cool shades but rocky waters.
Victory Beach
At over two kilometers, Victory Beach is quite long, but like Independence Beach , the sandy area is narrow, making low tide the best time. Victory is really two beaches divided by a rocky point and a small hill. The southern beach is sometimes referred to as ‘King’s Beach,’ ‘ South Channel Beach ’, or ‘ Lamherkay Beach ’, but ‘ Hawaii Beach ’ seems to be catching on as the appellation of choice. Like the other major beaches, southern Victory is now lined with umbrellas and little drink huts, though not as densely as Ochheuteal. There are a few boats on the beach that take tourists out to the nearby islands for a fee. Victory Beach north of the rocky point is a park at one end and a port at the other. It is a great place to watch sunset and the big ships come and go from the port. Chney Molop Chhrey seafood restaurant is right o
n the beach and the Holiday Palace Casino and Hotel is on the beach road. Weather Station Hill (a.k.a. Port Hill, Victory Hill, Backpacker Hill, ‘The Hill,’ etc.) between north and south Victory beaches just above the Victory Monument is the budget center of Sihanoukville. The Hill is home to dozens of guesthouses, restaurants of all types, bars, and shops, a couple of travel agencies, a scuba shop and more including such as Bungalow Village, MASH/Melting Pot, Sakal Bungalows, Mealy Chenda, Chez Mari-yan, Blue Frog, Indian Curry Pot, and Corner Bar. The beach sits just 50 meters from the base of the hill and is fast growing in popularity. Umbrellas, beach chairs and a few beachfront restaurant/bars dot the edge of this part of Victory Beach , which also offers excellent sunset views as well as a generally pleasant alternative to the sometimes overcrowded Ochheuteal Beach .Victory beach is situated at the furthest north of the peninsula of Sihanoukville. It was the original backpacker beach and still popular with budget travelers. At the northern end of the beach is located the deep sea port. Thus, apart from white sand and blue sea, this beach offers a good spot to enjoy the scenes of sunset. At the further south of Victory Beach is another small strand of sand called Lamherkey Beach where the Hawaii Seaview Restaurant is located. It is the place where a French/ Cambodian construction team laid groundwork for the construction of the new Port of Kampong Som during 1950s. At this beach, you can hire a boat to nearby islands.
Places for Dinning
Sokha Beach Resort
Range: $160 - $1000 SRF By far Sihanoukville’s finest accommodations - a luxury beach resort located on picturesque Sokha Beach. 188 rooms, suites and bungalows. All rooms finely appointed. Meeting facilities for up to 300. Three fine restaurants, two bars and a night club. Excellent service. Swimming pool. Groomed, white sand beach. Water-skiing, paddleboats, jet ski, scuba, gymnasium, tennis courts, playground, etc. Visa/MC
Tel: +(855) (0)34-935999Fax: +(855) (0)34-935008
E-mail: info@sokhahotels.com
Web Site: http://www.sokhahotels.com/
Ana
Bar/Restaurant/Internet Cafe
Sopheakmongkol and Street 109
8:00AM - Late
Tel: 012-372018
E-mail: anainternet@yahoo.com
Web Site: http://www.anainternet.com/
The Bavarian
Restaurant/Bar: German/Thai
7:00AM - 4:00AM
Tel: 012-964503
From the point at the quiet end of Serendipity Beach you see the stars awaken from the day while enjoying sundowners. A full bar service includes cocktails, fine wine and champagne. Dine in romantic settings, open deck or covered areas. “The thoroughly enjoyable cuisine is Khmer with a touch of genius, western dishes and vegetarian fare.”
8:00AM - Late
Tel: 012-479365Website: http://www.cloud9bungalows.com/
Photographic Shops
Ana Internet and Travel Digital camera to CD or print. On Ekareach St. 034-933596
CD World Digital camera to CD or print. Opposite Phsar Leu. 012-840455Konica Photo Express Film processing, photocopies, film sales. Opposite Phsar Leu.
Lucky Web Digital camera to CD or print. Three locations: downtown opposite Bamboo Lights, Seaview Villa on ‘Serendipity Beach’, and on Weather Station Hill.
Markets
Traditional Markets
Phsar Leu (Upper Market)
Climate
Practically speaking, Cambodia has four seasons: 1) December-February, cool/dry; 2) March-May, hot / dry, 3) June-August, hot/wet; 4) September-November, cool/wet. The hottest days of the hot season rarely climb above 35°C and the cool season may push the mercury as low as 20°C. Sihanoukville tends to be breezier and a bit cooler than the rest of the country
Where to Stay
Crystal Hotel
Star Rate: * * *
Room : 47
Address: Mithona Street , Ochheuteal Beach, Sihanoukville , Cambodia
Telephone: +855 34 933 523
Room facilities
Air-Conditioning, Telephone, Minibar, Room Service, Television
Standard Room
Address: 4th Mittapheap Section, Ochhoeteal, Sihanoukville , Cambodia
Telephone: +855 34 933 641/662
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