The Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie is a historical resort situated at the Thmor Kre Commune. The Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie is only 11 kilometers away from the famous Cambodian town of Kratie. The Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie is reckoned one of the famous tourist resorts of Kratie. The Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie is also an important natural and cultural resort.
One of the leading tourist attractions in Kratie, the Phnom Sam Bok Resort in Kratie has been attracting visitors since the reign of Sang Kum Reas Ni Yum. The main attraction of the Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie is a large pond filled with natural water plants situated near the foot of the western mountain. The western mountain consists of two peaks. From the mountaintop one can enjoy the panoramic vistas of the Mekong River.
The mountain is home to many different species of wild birds. You can find a concrete staircase extending from the foot of the mountain of the Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie. Kratie Phnom Sam Bok Resort, one of the famous tourist attractions in Kratie abounds in myths and legends. One legend has it that once upon a time there was a famous king, Cha Krey Sara Varman who was the son of Preah Bat Hathak Athi Reach Varman. After taking over as King Cha Krey Sara Varman ordered his officials to look out for a gold mine.
The officials traced the place known as Kan Leng Sam Bo Meas. The Kan Leng Sam Bo Meas was a treasure trove of gold. The name was changed after a few centuries later and now has it has come to be known as the Phnom Sam Bok. The natives of the town also consider the Phnom Sam Bok Resort, Kratie a highly sacred place.
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