A Guide to Battambang's Pre-Water Festival

A Guide to Battambang's Pre-Water Festival

A Guide to Battambang's Pre-Water Festival 📍 Where Along the Sangker River in the center of town. 🗓️ When 3-4 days during the full moon in October. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Crowds Very crowded; watch children & belongings. 🛵 Transport Heavy traffic. Walk or arrange a tuk-tuk. The festival is a time to give thanks to the rivers for the fertile land and abundant fish they provide. Its roots trace back to the 12th century, honoring the naval power of the Khmer Empire under King Jayavarman VII. What is the Pre-Water Festival? Every year, before the massive national Water Festival (Bon Om Touk) in Phnom Penh, Battambang hosts its own spectacular celebration along the Sangker River. This "Pre-Water Festival" is not just a party—it's a thrilling qualifying round to select the province's best and fastest boat racing team to send to the capital to compete for the grand prize! Festival Highlights: What to See & Do 🛶 Thrilling Boat Races The main event! Teams from across the province race thei…