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There are few places in Asia that still have the old world charm where you are surrounded by the flavor and culture of the country more than Cambodia. Compared to some of its neighbors, Cambodia hasn't been washed away by modernity and western commercialism. For travelers who have seen it all and are rarely impressed, Cambodia will not disappoint and you will truly feel like you are in a foreign land. Cambodia is also a very affordable place to visit, once you get there. A small budget can take you much farther in Cambodia than anywhere in Europe.
Angkor Wat
A trip to Cambodia is not complete without a visit to Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples of Bayon and Ta Prohm. Nature has taken over Ta Prohm, and here you will see trees literally growing through the walls and ancient structures in a strange, symbiotic relationship. Ta Prohm's claim to fame is that the film Tomb Raider was filmed there. Bayon is also interesting in that the entire complex has over two hundred large visages of the legendary Khmer king Jayavarman VII carved onto the many large pillars and towers. Angkor Wat is, of course, the highlight and the most well-known temple in Cambodia. It is the world's largest religious building. It is a very impressive sight and great for photographs during sunrise and sunset. You should be able to see all three of these temples in half a day, but if you are a true history and temple enthusiast, there are plenty of other old Khmer complexes in the area and you can easily spend a couple of days visiting them all. Keep in mind that for each day of temple hopping, you will need to pay US$20 to access all of the temples.
Around Siem Reap
There are a few things to do in the city of Siem Reap, but not enough for more than a day. A visit to the Old Market and the surrounding streets is a must. This is a traditional market that caters to both foreigners and locals. Souvenirs, crafts, and knickknacks can be found around the perimeter of the market, while the center of the market sells produce, meats, and kitchen supplies to the locals. The surrounding streets are also worth a stroll and have relatively higher-end goods that are more fashionable, but still inexpensive. You should make it a point to have a meal on Pub Street, which is a strip of very affordable restaurants and bars where you can get both local and western food. The entrees are about US$5 and a local draft beer is only fifty cents, so you will not break your wallet. The restaurants are open for both lunch and dinner, in case you want to avoid the area in the evenings. One thing you do need to keep in mind are the beggars and touts who will harass you at every turn and will not take no for an answer. This is something you will just need to get used to.
During the evenings, you can drink your night away at Pub Street, or pick a restaurant that offers an Apsara dancing show. This is a traditional dancing style that incorporates slow movements, and is usually performed solo or in groups by men and women in traditional regalia. It's worth checking out if you have a free night.
Outside of Siem Reap
You can spend a day outside of Siem Reap by visiting some of the surrounding villages. One village worth visiting is Kompong Phhluk, about one hour away from Siem Reap by tuk-tuk. What makes Kompong Phhluk unique is that the entire village is built on high stilts as it is close to the river and the very large Tonle Sap Lake, where the water rises significantly during the rainy season and floods the entire countryside. Getting there requires a drive and even a boat ride if the water levels are high. From Kompong Phhluk, you can continue down a river by boat to Tonle Sap Lake to visit the floating village of Chong Kneas, also built on stilts, but situated on the lake itself. If you go during the dry season, the water will be brown and the water levels very low, sometimes making even travel by boat difficult. Regardless, I recommend it as it will give you a glimpse of village life outside of the tourist havens.
Places to Stay
A wonderful place to stay is the Pavillon D' Orient, a small hotel on the outer edges of Siem Reap. The price is very reasonable (about US$95 a night) and you will be treated like royalty. The food is great, service excellent, and there are plenty of frills. All room rates include a personal tuk-tuk driver that will be at your disposal for the entire duration of your stay. Having a personal tuk-tuk driver is a good idea during a visit to Siem Reap and Angkor Wat regardless of where you stay, as it is very difficult to get to town or the temples on your own, or more costly if you want to hire a driver separately for each excursion. Even within Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples, you will need a driver to take you from place to place as the temples are not within walking distance.
Getting in and Out of Cambodia
Cambodia taxes all visitors US$20 dollars upon arrival and US$25 upon departure. In order to get your visa, you will need to come with a passport photo of yourself. If you forget, you can pay a little extra and get one at the airport. US dollars are really the preferred currency for your visa and for pretty much everything else in the country. Oddly, even ATMs in the country only dispense dollars (not the Cambodian Riel), so don't hesitate to bring some with you as you will be able to use it easily.
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Must Visit Attractions
Visit this captivating yet mystifying kingdom. From the breathtaking realm of the gods at the mother of all temples, Angkor Wat, spectacular fusion of symbolism, symmetry and spirituality to the natural magnificence of Tonle Sap Lake, one of the world's largest freshwater lakes, a fascinating and rewarding place to visit. A glimpse of Tuol Svay Museum educates tourists some lessons from Cambodia‘s bitter sweet yet inspiring antiquity. Welcome to Cambodia, a resilient country on earth filled with legendary awe-inspiring and disheartening history where its future is awaiting to be molded.
Angkor Wat
Built to honor the Hindu god Vishnu, is the world's largest religious building and took some 50,000 artisans, workers and slaves, and nearly 40 years, to complete.
Virtually every surface in the maze of chambers and courtyards is richly decorated with low-relief scenes of legends, wars and everyday life, enhanced by carvings of nearly 2,000 apsaras, or celestial dancers. The amazing structure as a whole is best viewed in soft light. Because of the sheer scale of this destination it's recommended to hire a guide in Siem Reap over a few days in order to get the best out of it.
Phnom Penh Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
Built in 1866, the site contains various buildings of interest, including the Khmer-style Throne Hall, now used for special ceremonial occasions. South of the Throne Hall are the Royal Treasury and the Villa of Napoleon III, built in Egypt in 1866, for the opening of the Suez Canal, and was later presented to the Cambodian king as a gift. The famous Silver Pagoda, originally constructed of wood in 1866, was expanded in 1962 by King Sihanouk who had the floor inlaid with 5,329 solid silver tiles, hence its name. The most revered image is the Emerald Buddha, made of Baccarat crystal and dating back to the 17th century. Behind it, another Buddha statue was cast in 1906, utilizing 90 kg of gold, and decorated with 9,584 diamonds.
The Bayon
At the centre of Angkor Thom (literally ‘Great City'), which forms the heart of the Angkor complex as it is today. This inner city is surrounded by a moat, and approached at the four cardinal points via huge stone gates and causeways flanked by statues of gods and giants. The Bayon forms a three-tiered pyramid with 54 towers, each dominated by over 200 huge, four-metre high, mysterious faces facing out to the north, south, east and west. Each mystically serene countenance, with closed eyelids and faint smile, represents a Bodhisattaya (fully enlightened being) who delays entry into Nirvana to aid the spiritual development of others.
Ta Phrom
If Angkor Wat and the city of Angkor Thom are best known for grandeur and majesty, then to the east, the temple and monastery of Ta Promh wins hands down for sheer dramatic effect. Unlike most other monuments, Ta Promh has been left the way it was originally found. The ancient structure is thus still gripped by massive fig and silk cotton trees (‘spongs') giving visitors the unique feeling of discovering this archeological treasure for the first time. Most people will be familiar with this exotic structure through the movie and game ‘Tomb Raider' although many do not realise that it is in fact an existing structure.
The Tonlé Sap Lake
The largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. During the monsoon season between June and October the Tonlé Sap River reverses its flow and runs in the opposite direction, filling the Tonlé Sap Lake, making it the only river in the world that flows in both directions. Trips out to the lake are best in rainy season because the mangrove swamps are dried up at other times. The birds at the bird sanctuary are best viewed from December to April. The Tonlé Sap basin is lush and green when the water recedes in the dry season, but the water is so low that getting around on the lake, which falls to a third of its rainy-season size, is quite difficult.
Tuol Sleng Museum and Choeng Ek Memorial
Originally built as a secondary school named Tuol Svay Prey High School in 1960, during the reign of Preah Batnorodom Sihanouk. The Khmer Rouge converted this into a torture and interrogation centre to extract ‘confessions' of anti-government sentiment. This is shocking testimony of the extent that man's humanity to man can extend.
Many victims were women and children incarcerated along with the ‘suspected' father. Documents recovered indicate that over 17,000 persons had been imprisoned there between1975 and 1978, only seven of whom are known to have survived.
Bamboo Island
A few days on Bamboo Island, off Sihanoukville's coast, comes highly recommended. The boat ride takes about half an hour and once there you will find that only about 30 people live on the island. On its north-facing crescent beach Bamboo Island has three bungalow resorts, two restaurants and two bars and is very, very laid back.
Unlike on the mainland, there are no hawkers and the bungalows are right on the beach itself. There are a few daytrippers but come nightfall the island is practically deserted. Electricity is provided by two generators for the early hours of the evening but after that it's back to the moon and the stars for light. Paradisiacal.
Battambang
Somewhat of an ode to French colonialism. The city lies in the heart of the Northwest and until the war years it was the leading rice-producing province of the country. The 100,000-person town offers not only one of the best preserved examples of the French Colonial era, but also the small-town feel you expect to encounter in Cambodia as a rule.
The true bonus however is the village life that is a mere stone's throw away, be it by motorcycle, jeep or boat. The combined effect makes Battambang well worth the slight detour it requires to visit.
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