Visitors to Cambodia have a tendency to leave with bulkier luggage than on arrival: the country's markets are heavy with potential souvenirs, ranging from silks, textiles and statues to carvings, silverwork and Buddhist artworks.
Visitors to Cambodia have a tendency to leave with bulkier luggage than on arrival: the country's markets are heavy with potential souvenirs, ranging from silks, textiles and statues to carvings, silverwork and Buddhist artworks. Unique to Cambodia is the omnipresent krama (a unisex checked scarf usually made of cotton), while silk can be bought either by the length, or in the form of scarves and other garments. Jewellery, ceramics, clothing, CDs and DVDs are widespread in city markets.
Angkor Night Market
Try Phnom Penh Central Market or Angkor Night Market as a starting point - go prepared to haggle. Alternatively peruse the trendy, fairtrade boutiques in the nation’s capital. Areas such as Street 240 and Street 178 offer art dealerships, which have popped up in handfuls in recent years. Silk shops selling everything from scarves to daintily embroidered cushions, a and antique traders selling furniture and memorabilia are also common here. Bookshops selling tomes of the region can be bought on Norodom Boulevard or 178 Street for your onward journey. Shopping hours: Daily 0800-2000. Note: The trade of rare animal furs is illegal, it’s advised to avoid purchasing fur or jewellery made from endangered species.
Nightlife in Cambodia
It's not difficult to find vibrant nightlife in Cambodia, particularly in heavily visited destinations such as Phnom Penh and Siem Reap (which neighbours the Angkor Temple Complex). Bars and restaurants are plentiful, ranging from down-and-dirty drinking holes to smart cocktail bars. Outright nightclubs are few and far between, although girlie bars are anything but rare. Be sure to check a venue out before handing over a cover charge, as you may end up in a seedy environment. In Phonm Penh you can’t go wrong with the bars in the restaurants on the riverfront, which offer laidback family atmospheres.
Cambodia Nightlife
Most major hotels offer entertainment of their own, with properties in Siem Reap especially good at hosting traditional dance performances during high season. Gambling is a major pastime in Cambodia and there are several casinos in Sihanoukville and on the border with Thailand. This same beach town is also a raucous backpacker haven. Steer clear of Victory Hill, unless you enjoy an up all night go-go dancing atmosphere (reminiscent of Khao San Road, Bangkok).
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Roluos is a Cambodian modern small town and the site of an ancient center of Khmer civilization known as Hariharalaya (the abode of Hari-hara). The archeological site is about 13 km east of Siem Reap along NH6. It is known to be the first capital of Khmer Empire north of Tonle Sap.
Tonle Sap lake is one of the most unique ecological water wonders in the world. The Lake is the largest fresh water in South East Asia. Its dimension changes depending on the monsoon and dry season. During raining season from June to October, the lake is filled by water flowing from the Mekong with 14 meters in depth and expands the surface of 10,000 square Kilometers. In dry season from November to May its size 3,000 square kilometers with two meters in depth and water flows out from the Lake to the Mekong, in and out flowing is the natural phenomenon occurrences.
As a Cambodian tourist capital, Siem Reap is the unique old city with hundreds of natural and man-made attractions. From beautiful temples to unique museums, cultural parks, vast lakes and mountains covered with green grass. Discover this special land with Galatourist !
Angkor Thom is a laterite coumpound of temples which is the last the most enduring capital of Khmer Empire. It was established in the late 12th century by King Jayavarman VII after driving out the Chams, who destroyed the old capital Yasodharapura. He fortified the city by building a high wall around it, in turn enclosed by a 100 meter wide moat. Therefore, it is an almost square city surrounded by 8 meter high walls a little over 12 kilometers long with five impressive gopura gates providing access to the city. The city’s name translates to “large city” or “great city”.
When talking about Cambodia, surely almost tourists will think to Angkor Wat the first. It is the reason why will introduce about tour guide Angkor Wat to help you have fun and safe trip in there.
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All foreign embassies in Cambodia are located in the country’s capital, Phnom Penh. Siem Reap has no foreign embassies. But some countries, for example France and South Korea, are represented by a consulate in Siem Reap, offering limited diplomatic and consular services. The following list gives an overview of all foreign embassies and consulates in Cambodia.
Health insurance, including emergency evacuation, is absolutely essential. Doctors and hospitals expect cash payments for any medical treatment. The cost of medical evacuation is high. The hospital in Phnom Penh is reliable.
Riel (KHR; symbol CR) is the country’s official currency but locals prefer to use dollars. Riel notes are in denominations of CR100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 200, 100 and 50. Dollars notes (not coins) are widely accepted, yet visitors in small villages and shops vendors may not have change for high notes (including $10+). It is advisable to keep hold of small Riel change wherever you can as it is very useful.
Angkor, the former capital of the ancient Khmer Empire, is one of the greatest and most spectacular Hindu religious sites in the world. Construction of this elaborate temple complex - built in honour of the god Vishnu - began in AD 879 during the reign of King Suryavarman II and was completed in 1191
As with many countries in Southeast Asia, Cambodia food & drink is a major attraction for visitors. Khmer cuisine shares similarities with the flavors of neighboring Thailand and China, but it is often milder in its use of spices. High-quality restaurants are available in popular tourist destinations, offering visitors a range of dining experiences. However, for those looking to explore local flavors more affordably, Cambodia's ubiquitous street food stalls serve delicious, rice-based dishes at budget-friendly prices. Whether you’re embarking on a journey with Galatourist, a leading Cambodia tour agency, or exploring independently, Cambodia's culinary offerings are sure to enhance your travel experience.
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