Cambodia
Cambodia offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the region. From the city scenery of Phnom Penh to the peaceful surroundings of Angkor Wat. . For adventure lovers, Cambodia still offers plenty of attractions that are off the beaten path, photogenic scenery and plenty to do. For beach lovers, Sihanoukville is the perfect retreat.
Phnom Penh
Situated at the confluence of the Mekong, Bassac and Tonle Sap Rivers, Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh, has a population of approximately one million people. Despite the dilapidation resulting from decades of war, the city retains its traditional and colonial charm. French Villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor that the city was once considered the gem of South East Asia. Recent political changes have encouraged an economic boom, with new hotels, restaurants and bars springing up all over the city.
Royal Palace - situated on the site of the former citadel, it was built by King Norodom in 1866 in front of the Mekong River. There are many areas inside however only the Silver Pagoda may be visited. National
Museum - Close by to the Royal Palace the national museum offers a charming setting for the display of a stunning collection of Khmer art. The museum is housed in a terracotta-roofed structure of traditional Cambodian design, which was built between 1917 and 1920. Apart from the artistic treasures, the building is also home to a colony of Cambodian freetail bats!
Wat - Phnom Atom the artificial hill built in the 15th century stands a stupa containing the ashes of a King from the same period. There is also a small pagoda. Wat Phnom is a city landmark and a popular place for worship.
Baset - Situated 32KM to the North-West of Phnom Penh, Phnom Baset has at the top of the hill a brick sanctuary called Prasat Srey Krup Leak (the temple of the perfect woman). This beautiful construction resembles a cave and faces west, which contrasts with the concept of the temple, which usually face the east. Siem Reap & Angkor
The world-renowned temples of Angkor are situated in the northwestern province of Siem Reap. Within an area of approximately 600 square kilometers, over 100 temples have been discovered. All were built between the 9th and 13th centuries, and those remaining temples constitute the skeleton of what was once the religious and administrative centre of the Khmer Empire. A visit here is a must on all itineraries!
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