Kep Blue Crab Statue

What the statue represents

Kep's name is tied to crab, and the statue says so plainly. It depicts the blue swimmer crab, the catch that feeds much of the town's restaurant trade and supports local fishing families. For many visitors it is the first thing that tells them what Kep is about.

The blue colouring points to the sea just behind it. Little is documented about who designed the piece or how it was made, so treat any detailed story you hear on the spot with some caution.

Finding it and how long to allow

The statue sits next to Kep Beach on the seafront, so you can reach it on foot from anywhere along the waterfront. The map link below shows the exact spot.

• Plan on 10 to 15 minutes for photos and a look around.
• It works best as a landmark on a longer seafront walk, not as a destination on its own.
• No entry fee is mentioned in the source material, and a roadside monument of this kind is normally freely accessible.

Kep Beach next door

The beach beside the statue is not known for clear water, and it is not the main reason to come to Kep for a swim. What it does offer is a lively front with places to eat, and that is where the statue makes most sense.

Blue crab is the local speciality, so a meal nearby follows naturally from the sculpture. Order it where you can see the seafood is fresh, and ask about the price per kilo or per portion before you sit down.

Who it suits

Photographers, travellers who like quirky roadside landmarks, and anyone building a Kep day around food will get something from it. If you only have time for one or two stops, put the crab meal first and fit the statue into the same walk.