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Battambang is Cambodia’s second largest city, but retains a quiet, small-town feel.

In addition to its abundance of French colonial buildings and traditional shophouses, Battambang is known for being the arts capital of Cambodia. Indeed, many of the country’s artists hail from the Battambang area. The city may not be as busy as Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, but therein lies its charm. It’s just a quick tuk tuk ride out of the city center inÂ鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­’s agricultural “rice bowl” and a traditional way of life that is seemingly nearly unchanged from a century ago. Battambang has a growing expat community, and an increasing number of Western-oriented hotels and restaurants.

Whether you’re in town for a weekend or a year, we’ve got the details on everything an expat needs to know about Battambang from restaurants, hotels, and nightlife to supermarkets, gyms, and internet providers.

Battambang Expat City Guide

Hungry? We tell youÌýwhere to eatÌýin Battambang.

Figure out where you want to stay with our comprehensive list of BattambangÌýhotels and accommodation.

For a quiet town, Battambang has lots to see and do. Check out our picks forÌýactivities and sightseeing.

It may not be a party city, but there are a few places to stop in for a drink. Read ourÌýdrinking and nightlifeÌýsection for the low-down.

Where to find Battambang’s bestÌýshopping.

On the transportation page we cover how to get in, out, and around Battambang, including our favorite local tuk tuk drivers.

Find out about theÌýmedical and emergency servicesÌýin townÌýbefore you have to!

Expat essentialsÌýcovers the basics you’ll need as a Battambang expat:ÌýÌýElectricity and plumbing,ÌýGroceries and supermarkets,ÌýInternet,ÌýLaundry,ÌýRealtors and housing,ÌýSchools, andÌýVeterinarians.

Want to meetÌýotherÌýBattambang expats? Here’s where to find them online.