Topographic Map Of Cambodia |top| May 2026

Cambodia's physical identity is defined by a unique geological "bowl" shape, where a vast, low-lying central plain is encircled by rugged uplands and mountain ranges. A topographic map of Cambodia reveals a landscape dominated by the Mekong River system and the Tonle Sap lake, which together form one of the world's most complex hydrological environments.

2. Digital Topographic Maps (GIS/Apps)

• Elevation: These are Cambodia’s true highlands. Phnom Aural, the highest peak in the country at 1,813 meters (5,948 feet), is located in the eastern part of the Cardamom range.
• Topographic Signature: The map reveals a rain shadow effect: the western slopes facing the sea are extremely steep and receive over 4,000 mm of rain annually (one of the wettest places in Asia), while the eastern slopes are drier.
• Significance: This region is the largest remaining area of rainforest in Southeast Asia, a biodiversity hotspot containing tigers, elephants, and countless endemic species. The steep terrain has historically limited development and provided refuge for isolated communities and, during the civil war, guerrilla forces.

East: The Eastern Highlands consist of rolling hills and forested plateaus that transition into the Central Highlands of Vietnam.  topographic map of cambodia

3. Google Maps Terrain Layer

While not a true "topographic map" (it lacks precise contour intervals), Google Maps offers a "Terrain" view. This is useful for general visualization to see if a road crosses a mountain or a valley, but it lacks the elevation numbers needed for navigation. Cambodia's physical identity is defined by a unique