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| What's inside? |
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| a4trip's Siem Reap guidebook consists of 18 pages comprehensive traveling analysis, tips, alerts and 3 maps that can guarantee you an under-budget and veteran traveling. Places to visit, hotels, guesthouses, transportations, restaurants and shopping centers around Siem Reap are analyzed by price, location, rank and testimonial. You must try out our suggested cycling and tuk-tuk tours in Angkor Archaeology Park too! Last and not least, Khmer cultural, festivals and language guides are included to assist you in communicating with the friendly locals. |
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| Featuring in Siem Reap Travel Guide is the Irrawaddy River Dolphin, commonly known as the Mekong River dolphin. Due to the intense competition with humans for freshwater, the Irrawaddy dolphins were listed as "Critically Endangered Species" by the IUCN. Read our Animal Blog and meet our animal ambassador, Shengnan! |
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| Travel to Siem Reap, Cambodia |
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| By Adline A. Ghani, working mum & freelance writer |
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Siem Reap is a province located in northwestern Cambodia, seated on a fertile river delta along the shores of the Tonle Sap Lake. Siem Reap, which literally means 'Defeat of Siam', is rich in history and culture, and is today, one of the major tourist hubs in Southeast Asia. Its main hive of activity is Siem Reap city, the provincial capital. This bustling town grew out of a cluster of villages along the Siem Reap River.
Siem Reap's architecture is an interesting blend of colonial and Chinese influences, particularly in the Old French Quarter and around the Old Market. The town boasts of hundreds of accommodation possibilities, from low budget, family-operated guesthouses to 4 and 5 star international-class hotels. There's also a wide variety of food choices available, including Italian, French, German, Russian, Indian, Thai, Korean, Japanese and Burmese to satiate any foodie's appetite.
While the town's nightlife is becoming more vibrant, with western-styled pubs and bars, much of the town's image and identity has been preserved. The many phsars or markets offer clothes, jewellery, souvenirs and antiques to fervent shoppers. Yet, for all its retail therapy, Siem Reap has more to offer than just shopping. There are cultural attractions, craft centres and silk farms, and for nature-lovers, there are parks, bird sanctuaries, sprawling country sides and quaint fishing villages.
Siem Reap's main attraction is of course, Angkor Wat, the ancient temple built by King Suyavarman II during the early 12th century. The site, which was first rediscovered in the 19th century, is one of the most important archaeological finds in the region. The sprawling complex, which encompasses some 400 square kilometers, bears testament to the magnificence of the Khmer civilisation. Not to be overshadowed is another important historical site, known as Angkor Thom. This royal city also dates to the late 12th century and was built by King Jayavarman VII.
More modern historical attractions in Siem Reap include the Cambodia Landmine Museum and Angkor National Museum. The former is dedicated to highlighting the plight of Cambodia's landmine victims. It is one of the most important heritage sites in the world, as it provides a grim reminder to the terrifying consequences of war. The museum's relief fund seeks to aid children who've endured overwhelming hardships by providing them education, medical care and a safe place to live.
Despite its tumultuous past, however, Cambodia has seen rapid progress in the last decade, and Siem Reap is one of its fastest growing cities. As a gateway to bygone eras, Siem Reap exudes the irresistible allure of the old world. Its greatest asset, however, are not ancient monuments nor bustling city markets, but lies in its charming people, their smiling faces and warm welcomes.
Siem Reap city is located about 7 kilometres from the Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport and is accessible by direct flights from most major cities in Asia. You can also reach it by land from the Thai border or from the neighbouring city of Phnom Penh.
All types of Visas for entry into Cambodia can be applied at Cambodian Embassies, upon arrival at major check points, or online at their official e-Visa website. A 30 day single-entry Visa costs USD20, with an additional USD5 processing fee. The Visa will usually be issued within 3 business days and it is important to note that visitors from Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore do not require a Visa. |
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