Photojournalism: Kampot Town Cambodia
Kampot is a city on the Preaek Tuek Chhu River in southern Cambodia. It's known for its pepper plantations, Mountains and salt fields. Many of the buildings in town date from the colonial period giving it a charming "look-back-in-time"ambience. Kampot is also home to a rich and diverse expat community, which makes for an interesting melding of traditional khmer and western culture.
The old bridge leading to Fish Island.
Not for the faint of heart but if you muster the courage to cross it,
you will be rewarded with peaceful countryside sceneries on the other end.
Party boats moored on the riverside.
One of the popular spots that draws both local and foreign tourists.
These boats serves as both restaurants and cruise.
The influence of French colonization is evident in the charming buildings that line Kampot's streets.Strolling through the town, one can't help but be captivated by faded pastel facades and elegant balconies. These architectural relics provide an enchanting backdrop for exploring the town.
Traditional beef jerky or sach ko ngeat hanged on an old electric fan frame the side of the street to sun dry, authentic moments in Khmer life, food and culture
A spirit house or tope taveda for the neak ta (guardian spirit) in khmer, believed to be a shrine to the protective spirit of a place
