Neak Loeung

Neak Loeung is a bustling market town on the banks of the Mekong River, strategically located at the border of Prey Veng and Kandal provinces in Cambodia. The town has long served as a crucial transport hub along National Highway 1, connecting Phnom Penh with the Vietnamese border. Before 2015, Neak Loeung was famous for its ferry operations, which represented the only way to cross the Mekong, often causing hours of delays. The inauguration of the Tsubasa Bridge, a 2,215-meter cable-stayed bridge, in 2015 revolutionized regional trade and travel. Today, the town is a bustling commercial center known for its floating markets and fishing industry. The local economy benefits greatly from the riverside location, with Neak Loeung serving as a collection point for agricultural produce from the surrounding countryside, which is then transported to the capital.

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History & landmarks

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Oudong was the royal capital of Cambodia from 1618 to 1866.

Mekong Delta

A vast region in southwestern Vietnam where the Mekong River empties into the sea.

More places

Neak Loeung Port

An important inland port facilitating freight traffic on the Mekong between Phnom Penh and Vietnam.

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A peaceful island in the Mekong River near Phnom Penh, widely known for its traditional silk weaving and agriculture.

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A massive concrete monument in Hun Sen Park, erected in the late 1970s to commemorate the alliance between the two nations.

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