History of Mondulkiri

Welcome to Vanny’s guide Mondulkiri was once a part of Chhlong Leu district in Kratie Province. In 1960, it was separated by King Norodom Sihanouk into the new province. Mondulkiri Province is located in the northeast part of Cambodia. It is bordered to the north by Stung Trèng and Rattanakiri, to the east and to the south by Vietnam, and to the west by Kratie. Mondulkiri is a hilly and sparsely populated province. It occupies a total area of 14,288 sq. km and has a population of 60,811 which include 14 races; Khmer 20% and ethnic minorities 80%. These ethnic groups are composed of Phnorng, Stieng, Kuoy, Tompuon, Charay, Kraol, Kroeng, Ra Ong, Thmon, Cham, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Lao. The Khmer people are public servants and merchants, and remnants of them are all farmers. The Mondulkiri province, at an average elevation of 800m above the sea level, has different climates compared to the other parts of Cambodia. It may get warm in daytime, and it turns chilly at night-time. The Mondulkiri province is divided into five districts, Sen Monorom, Kèv Seima, Koh Nhèk, O Reang, and Péch Chenda; and 21 communes, Nang Khi Loek, Or Bun Leu, Roya, Sok San, Srè Huy, Srè Sangkom, Dak Dam, Sen Monorom, Krang Teh, Bouchri, Srè Ampum, Bousra, Monorom, Sokh Dom, Spean Meanchey, Romonea, Chong Phlas, Mé Mang, Srè Chhouk, Srè Khtom, and Srè Preah. Sen Monorom was established the provincial town of Mondulkiri in 1962. There is a quaint small community nestling between lush hills and two small lakes. The area around Sen Monorom has plenty of ethnic minorities’ villages. Along the road of Sen Monorom, tourists can see many Phnorng people from nearby villages come to Sen Monorom to trade, and they can view the distinctive baskets the ethnic groups carry on their backs to make them easily distinguish from the Khmer immigrants at market. Sen Monorom can get quite cool in the evening, especially in the early dry season so it is recommended that you should bring an extra layer of clothes for night-time. The Mondulkiri province is enormously rich in various natural resources to be explored, such as majestic mountains, rainforest, indigenous wildlife, pine plantation, impressive waterfalls, small rivers, waterfront parks, etc. It is now the intended eco-tourism destination for the eco-tourists and the adventurous travelers. They can travel and discover the wildlife in the remote parts of the province, trek up hills/ mountains, ride on elephants, visit the Bou sra waterfall and other waterfalls, and learn about the daily life of the ethnic minorities. They can also savor the famous local wine called “Sra Peang” and By Phnong called”Tranh Yang”

Romanea I Waterfall

Welcome to Vanny's guide , here is  Romanea Muoy Waterfall is sited in Poutrou Village, Sèn Monorom Commune, Oreang District; 17 km away from the provincial town. It can be reached by path. There are more than 71 families living in the Romanea Muoy area of 28.37 ha, whose main occupations are farming. This resort is managed by the Romanea Muoy Waterfall Managerial and Developmental Inter-commune Commission vested by the provincial authority in collaboration with the provincial executive committee. It is partly supported financially by the DANIDA Organization of Denmark. The resort has its good location which is close to the plantations like rubber, coffee, cashew, mango, avocado, and pres. During the rainy season, the waterfall is 5 meters in height and 10 meters in diameter. During the dry season, the waterfall is 6 meters in height and 8 meters in diameter. At its base, there is a big water reservoir in which tourists can swim happily. Besides, there are many big trees providing cool shade for them. Its main points of interest are a spectacular waterfall, dramatic mountainous forest, impressive undulating hills, and fresh air.

Busra waterfall

 
Welcome to Vanny's guide , here is The Bousra Waterfall is conveniently sited in Village I, Bousra Commune, Pech Chreada District; 42 kilometers from Sen Monorrom. It can be accessed by red soil road.

There are more than 1,058 families living in the Bousra area of 369 ha, whose main occupations are farming.

Around the resort, there are motels, restaurants, souvenir shops, have the stair to go  down to the base of the waterfall, , a theme park, and resting huts. The resort is managed by the Sor La Investment Co., Ltd. Under the terms of the contract and location lease for a 90-year period made on November 27, 2008, this company has been vested with an investment of US$ 6 million in the area of over 400 ha by the Royal Government of Cambodia.

The waterfall is one of the most interesting places for keen tourists in all seasons. It is divided into three stages:

First Stage:
The waterfall is 20 meters in diameter and 15-18 meters in height during the rainy season and is 10-15 meters in height during the dry season.

Second Stage:
The waterfall is 30 meters in diameter and 23-28 meters in height during the rainy season, and it is 13 meters in diameter and 18-25 meters in height during the dry season. The second stage of the waterfall is situated at a distance of 150 meters from the first stage. Tourists have a strong sentimental attachment to the place.

Third Stage:
The waterfall has stronger speed than the second stage. This stage can not be reached because of its location in the thick forest and lack of means of transport.

Lèng Khin Waterfall

 

Welcome to Vanny's guide ,here is  Lèng Khin Waterfall is located in between Putang and Pouyam Village, of Romnea and Sèn Monorom Commune, Senmonorrom and Oreang District; 26 km away from the provincial town. It can be accessed by path.

Around the waterfall, most of the residents do farming. During the rainy season, the waterfall is 22-25 meters in height and 7-10 meters in diameter. During the dry season, the waterfall is 28 meters in height and 8 meters in diameter. It is one of the highest flowing-down waterfalls in the Mondul Kiri province. At its base, there is a big water reservoir in which tourists can swim happily. Besides, there are many big trees providing cool shade for them.

Its main points of interest are a spectacular waterfall, dramatic mountainous forest, impressive 

Monorom Waterfall or “Damnak Sdéch Waterfall”

Welcome to Vanny's guide

Here is  Monorom Waterfall is ideally located in Deum Sral Village, Monorom Commune, Sèn Monorom District; 5 km away from the provincial town. It can be accessed by road. Along both sides of the road, there are industrial plantations like rubber, coffee, and cashew.

There are more than 277 families living in the Monorom area of 108 ha, whose main occupations are farming.

This resort is managed by the Monorom Waterfall Managerial Committee vested by the provincial authority in collaboration with the provincial executive committee. It is partly supported financially by the DANIDA Organization of Denmark.

Its main points of interest are a spectacular waterfall, dramatic mountainous forest, and fresh air.

The Monorom Waterfall is also commonly called “Damnak Sdéch Waterfall” as it is located 300-400 m away from the ruins of the Preah Norodom Sihanouk’s pavilion founded between 1960 and 1962. Nowadays, the official name of the waterfall is being discussed by the Tourism Department of Mondul Kiri Province and the board of provincial governors to designate it as “Monorom Waterfall” as it is located in Sèn Monorom District and close to the provincial town.

Lèng Tao Waterfall

Welcome to Vanny's guide The Lèng Tao Waterfall is located in Pouloung Village, Romanea Commune, Sèn Monorom District; 15 km from the provincial town. It can be reached by  path.

There are 143 families living in the Lèng Tao area, whose main occupations are farming. Its main points of interest are a spectacular waterfall, dramatic mountainous forest, impressive undulating hills, and fresh 

Chrey Thom Waterfall

Welcome to Vanny's guide  The Chrey Thom Waterfall is situated in Poules and Pouchhob Villages, Dakdam Commune, Oreang District; 20 km away from the provincial town. It can be accessed by the red pebble path. There are more than 208 families living in the Chrey Thom area of 303.555 ha, whose main occupations are farming. This resort is managed and conserved by the Ethnic Community Commission vested by the provincial authority in collaboration with the provincial executive committee. It is partly supported financially by the DANIDA Organization of Denmark. During the rainy season, the waterfall is 11 meters in height and 8 meters in diameter.  During the dry season, the waterfall is 15 meters in height and 2 meters in diameter. Near the waterfall is a big branched Chrey tree situated in the Sralao plantation. The resort provides plenty of opportunities for picnicking, hiking, swimming, especially for visiting an ethnic village and purchasing some souvenirs beautifully produced by ethnic groups. Its main points of interest are a spectacular waterfall, dramatic mountainous forest, impressive undulating hills, and fresh air.

Mondulkiri Province

 Most of the provinces in the Kingdom of Cambodia, during the rainy season between May and October, the flat landscapes and rice fields of Cambodia are green and ripen, but in Mondulkiri, in the northeast of the country, this green is almost all year round, brightening sprawling hills, grassy field and forestry. Viewed from any angle the emerald grassy knolls appear like a neatly clipped golf course. The wind moves the grass in waves like the sea and clouds whisk by above. Many have compared the province's green landscapes and weather to the scenery of New Zealand or Australia. If you plan to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, make Mondulkiri your first choice. Provincial capital Senmonorom has opened its first 100-room luxury-class hotel. From your suite at Mondulkiri hotel take in the views of the country's biggest, and greenest ' natural golf course'. Mondulkiri is bordered with Ratanakiri and Stung Treng to the north, Kratie province in the west and Vietnam to the south and east. Its covers an area of 14,288 k.m2. There are 4 districts, 17 communes, and 90 villages, and 1 city which 4-Sangkat. There are 60,811 people. 80 percent are ethnic minorities.