Khnong Phsar An Attractive Mountain Forest Tourism

 

“Khnong Phsar”: An Attractive Mountain Forest Tourism Site on the Border of Kampong Speu and Koh Kong

Located on the border between Kampong Speu and Koh Kong provinces, “Khnong Phsar” is a vast mountainous forest area with breathtaking natural scenery hidden deep in the wild. According to the Kampong Speu Provincial Department of Tourism, Khnong Phsar is a highly attractive destination due to its beautiful landscapes.

Khnong Phsar is an adventure tourism site where visitors must hike on foot. The area is rich in dense forests, tall mountain ranges, and vast green plains. It is abundant with nature, featuring numerous mountains and forests, and is especially known for its stunning sunset views.

Traveling to Khnong Phsar is convenient, and combined with its picturesque scenery, it has become a favorite destination for many tourists. The area holds great potential for nature tourism. In the morning, visitors can enjoy watching the sunrise in a cool climate, while in the evening, they can witness the sunset from the mountain ridge.

The flow of tourists has positively impacted the local community, improving the livelihoods of the residents. The Kampong Speu Provincial Department of Tourism stated: “He takes visitors to Khnong Phsar and earns income from guiding them. He no longer cuts down trees and instead has come to love the forest.”

The Cardamom Mountain National Park Office recently reported an increase in tourists visiting Khnong Phsar. They also provided a geographical explanation of the area: “Khnong Phsar is located on the border between Kampong Speu and Koh Kong provinces, not exactly at a tri-junction point. At night, when tourists rest, they are within Koh Kong’s territory, while in the morning, when they watch the sunrise, they are in Kampong Speu.”

According to the Cardamom Mountain National Park Office, the popularity of Khnong Phsar on social media has been driven by tourists posting photos of its stunning natural beauty. The influx of visitors has provided job opportunities for local residents, to the point where guides are sometimes in short supply due to high tourist demand.

With the growing number of visitors to Khnong Phsar, the Ministry of Tourism is encouraging the development of community-based tourism and promoting it as an adventure tourism destination. At the same time, the head of Kampong Speu’s tourism department is calling on tourists to help protect the environment and properly dispose of their waste.