A half hour south of Siem Reap, Cambodia's most important lake is also Southeast Asia's most extensive freshwater lake, supplying fish to half of the country's population. This UNESCO World Heritage Biosphere Reserve is home to many species including rare endangered water birds such as the spot-billed pelican and the grey-headed fish eagle, and also attracts millions to see its impressive floating villages of Kampong Phluk, Kompong Khleang, Chong Kneas, and Mechrey, where locals' lives are driven by fishing and trading on on rowboats. For tours, click here.
Read more in Tripatini contributor Guiding Cambodia´s post Cambodia´s Fascinating Greatest Hits.
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