With its riverside setting, elegantly decayed buildings, and timeless atmosphere, Kampot is one of Cambodia’s most beguiling towns.

Days here go by in a pleasant haze of waterside wandering, sunsets over the river, laid-back boat cruises and culinary indulgences, followed by a lively nightlife in an array of restaurants and bars.

The Central Market and Night Market provide a dose of local culture and cuisine, while the ironically named ‘Old Market’ has been recently renovated and is far more geared to tourists, with an array of international restaurants and several tour operators.

Dotted about the town are quaint fishing villages, while just across the river, Bokor National Park offers an incredible kaleidoscope of tropical flora and wildlife, as well as a glitzy modern casino.