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Cambodia

There's a magic about this charming yet confounding kingdom that casts a spell on visitors. An adventure to Cambodia will inspire travelers to contemplate what happens when ancient and modern worlds collide.

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Bayon
Temples of Angkor
At the heart of Angkor Thom is the 12th-century Bayon, the mesmerising, if slightly mind-bending, state temple of Jayavarman VII. It epitomises the…
Banteay Srei
Cambodia
Considered by many to be the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srei is cut from stone of a pinkish hue and includes some of the finest stone…
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Phnom Penh
In 1975 Tuol Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot’s security forces and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21); it soon became…
Beng Mealea
Temples of Angkor
A spectacular sight to behold, Beng Mealea, located about 68km northeast of Siem Reap, is one of the most mysterious temples at Angkor, as nature has well…
Banteay Chhmar
Northwestern Cambodia
Beautiful, peaceful and covered in astonishingly intricate bas-reliefs, Banteay Chhmar is one of the most impressive temple complexes beyond the Angkor…
Angkor Wat
Temples of Angkor
The traveller's first glimpse of Angkor Wat, the ultimate expression of Khmer genius, is matched by only a few select spots on earth. Built by Suryavarman…
Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary
Cambodia
Prek Toal is one of three biospheres on the Tonlé Sap lake, and this stunning bird sanctuary makes it the most worthwhile and straightforward of the three…
Ta Prohm
Temples of Angkor
The so-called 'Tomb Raider Temple', Ta Prohm is cloaked in dappled shadow, its crumbling towers and walls locked in the slow muscular embrace of vast root…

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Best Things to Do

From exploring Angkor Wat to learning to cook local dishes in Phnom Penh, here are the best experiences in Cambodia.

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Things to Know

Make the most of your trip to Cambodia with these top planning tips, from packing to which currencies are accepted.

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Transportation

Famed for its temples, jungles and beaches, Cambodia is small in size but big on adventures. Here are our top tips for getting around in Cambodia.

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Visa Requirements

Do you need a visa to visit to Cambodia? Can you extend your visa? Where do you enter the country? We have answers to all your questions.

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Money and Costs

Cambodia is incredibly cheap when compared with destinations in Europe or North America. These top tips can make your budget stretch even further.

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Best Road Trips

The best way to take in the magic of Cambodia might be on two wheels. Here is our guide to the top motorcycle itineraries in this Southeast Asian country.

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