Cambodia Tourism An Empire of Temples

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About Cambodia

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From the prehistoric hunter gathers to the great Khmer Empire, French Colonilization to sovereignty and through to the rule of the khmer rouge, historic sites in Cambodia reveals a various story which has shaped this nation. Cambodia, surrounded by Laos, Thailand and Vietnam, has a magnificent heritage, warm friendly people, an natural wild landscape, Cambodia is in general, a mountain ranges and forests, ideal for the more adventurous traveller. The beautiful and widespread temple ruins at Angkor - Angkor Wat and the other temples of Angkor, now a UNESCO Heritage site, represent the magnificent Khmer civilization and one of the most extravagant historical sites in Asia. The inheritance of Cambodia's artistic past can still be seen in the handicrafts and silverware found in the lively markets of Phnom Penh. Some of the best natural and synthetic tourist attractions in Asia belong to the country of Cambodia. Away from the multifaceted at Angkor, many backpackers head to the capital of Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s hot and grimy capital city. Characterized by its chaotic infrastructure, it nonetheless also boasts some fine royally architecture and a sparkling atmosphere. The dazzling Grand Palace is the thing to see here, alongside with the adjacent Silver Pagoda, while the National Museum and the Wat Phnom are both well worth a visit.

 

Cambodia’s landscape is beleaguered with deeply unusual remnants of the past. Angkor Park is an exceptionally important archaeological park in Asia. The most visited places in Angkor Archaeological Park is the Temple of Angkor and the Bayon Temple. Ruins of once gorgeous temples can be found all over the country. Contemporary Cambodia is the heir state to the mighty Khmer empire, which, during the Angkorian period, ruled much of what is now Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. The remnants of this realm can be seen at the legendary temples of Angkor, monuments unmatched in scale and splendour in Southeast Asia. Cambodia is justly a land of light and dark, of marvel and of catastrophe - breathtaking, heart wrenching and totally unique.

Cambodia Fast Facts

City: Cambodia

State: World

Country: Cambodia

Known As: Cambodian

Famous for/as: Jyotirlinga, Lakes, Monastery, Monuments, Museum, Palace, Picnic, Scenic, Tea Estates, Tomb, Waterfall

Best Season: Oct to Feb

Summer: 25 to 35°C

Winter: 20 to 30°C

Rain: May to Oct

Area: 181035 km2

STD Code: 855

Languages: Khmer

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