Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake, is a vital ecosystem and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to diverse wildlife and floating villages.
Currency
KHR (៛)
Best time to visit
November to March
Languages
Khmer
Coordinates
13.483°, 103.067°
Key facts
1The lake's size can vary greatly, from 2,500 to 16,000 square kilometers, due to seasonal flooding
2It supports a unique ecosystem with over 150 fish species and is a critical stopover for migratory birds
3The lake's floating villages, such as Chong Kneas and Kampong Phluk, are home to thousands of people who depend on fishing and tourism
Timeline
802: Angkorian kingdom begins using the lake for transportation and irrigation
1997: UNESCO designates Tonle Sap Lake as a Biosphere Reserve
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