Mondulkiri Province
Description
Mondulkiri province officially Mondul Kiri, is a province of Cambodia. Bordering the provinces of Kratié to the west, Stung Treng to the northwest, Ratanakiri to the north and the country of Vietnam to the east and south, it is the most sparsely populated province in the country despite being the largest in land area. The Capital of the town is Senmonorom. Mondulkiri Province is the well known place for visiting at dry season and best province for enjoying by nature surrounding.
The provincial capital is Sen Monorom, located about 390 kilometers from Phnom Penh. Sen Monorom is known for its cooler climate due to its elevation of around 733 meters, making it a popular retreat from Cambodia’s heat,The province borders Vietnam to the east and southeast and shares boundaries with Kratié, Ratanakiri, Stung Treng provinces within Cambodia
The remaining population includes Khmer, Chinese, and Cham Muslims. The indigenous communities largely maintain traditional lifestyles, relying on forest resources and agriculture, including rice, coffee, rubber, cashew nuts, and fruit cultivation.
The province is renowned for its natural attractions, especially its waterfalls such as the famous Bou Sra Waterfall, a three-tiered cascade located 43 kilometers from Sen Monorom, and other sites like Senmonorom and Romnea waterfalls. Ecotourism is growing in the area, with opportunities to see wildlife including elephants in sanctuaries near Sen Monorom, as well as gibbons and various bird species.
Mondulkiri faces environmental challenges, notably illegal logging threatening its virgin tropical forests. To combat this, several protected areas have been established, including Keo Seima, Phnom Prich, and Srepok Wildlife Sanctuaries, which preserve evergreen and dry Dipterocarp forests.
In summary, Mondulkiri Province offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural diversity, and ecological significance, making it a distinctive and important region in Cambodia.
