Siem Reap - Angkor Wat world wonder
Siem Reap
Siem Reap stirs up images of Asian mystique and adventure. From the sprawling Angkor Wat nestled in the rolling bucolic Cambodian countryside to the charming floating communities on the Tonle Sap, this town is actually not unknown to the rest of the world. In fact Siem Reap (pronounced see-em ree-ap) was the favorite haunt of the pioneering backpackers in the roaring 1960s. It was only in the sorry 1970s during the era of the Khmer Rouge that this town became shrouded in the forests, just like the state of Angkor back then.
Sihanouk Ville
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, Cambodia's only sea port is 232 km from Phnom Penh. It is both a bustling seaport and an area famous for attractive tropical beaches. Local fishermen take visitors from Sihanoukville to surrounding islands where coral reefs are perfect for snorkeling, diving and fishing. The resort town was established in 1964 and its cool breezes and clear blue skies can be appreciated year round
Phnompenh
Phnompenh
Phnom Penh is a surprisingly large city, and each of its quarters has a markedly different character. Around the central market in the center traffic is hectic and the atmosphere buzzes with new-found commercial zeal. Around the so-called embassy district, refurbished colonial villas house diplomatic missions and private homes with large gardens. The most attractive part of the city is the long riverfront containing bars and restaurants where visitors and locals gather to watch the sunset