Overview :
Cambodia Photos
 Due
to its politically and economically shaky position Cambodia is one of the
least known and traveled to destinations in the South East Asia. Since
the 1800s, the country has endured French rule, the Lon Nol government,
the Khmer Rouge regime and Vietnamese rule.
Cambodia shares borders with Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, but it can be
rough to travel overland between these countries. The most comfortable
way to travel to Cambodia is to fly directly to its capital, Phnom penh.
Phnom Penh was the home of the Khmer Rouge Regime from 1975 to 1979.
Travelling to Cambodia should definiyely include a visit here. The city
is renowned for its beauty, especially the area surrounding the Royal
Palace with the magnificent Khmer towers and the French villas
overlooking the banks of the Tonle Sap river is worth a visit.
Angkor wat is the key tourist attraction of Cambodia. The nearly
900-year-old temple has been described as the jewel of the country,
transporting visitors in time and spirit. Since it’s rediscovery in the
late 19th century it has been competing with monuments like the Taj Mahal
to be listed as the eighth world wonder. |
Another popular destination is Kampong Som
(Sihanoukville) on the South Coast. Here paradise-like bays and empty
white sand beaches lined with palm trees are waiting for you to relax and
sunbathe.
Other major cities are Battambang, the second largest city. Kampong Cham,
Kandal, Prey Veng, Takeo, Kampung Thom, Svay Rieng and Kampong Speu.
Cambodia has three seasons. The rainy, monsoon season, lasts from May to
October. November to April is the dry season, this is split into cold
season from November to January and the hot season is from February to
April. Temperatures change can be very slight between each season and can
range from between 21 to 35 degrees celcius. For continuing travelers,
there are shuttle services between Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City. The
cost is cheap but the ride is extremely long and uncomfortable until you
reach the paved roads of Vietnam. There is at least one land crossing
between Laos and Cambodia though foriegners may have an unpleasant time
making a go of it.
The food in Cambodia can be a little disappointing, particularly after
visiting Thailand. There are some very good retaurants & some fine food,
but overall it is not as good as Thailand. Local beer, such as Angkor or
Anchor, is good and cheap!
The safety aspect of Cambodia is largely overplayed. Most people are as
friendly as any others in SEA. Take sensible precautions, don't wander
around looking like a lost tourist, don't flaunt your perceived 'wealth'
& don't walk in Phnom Penh after dark. But most of all - relax & enjoy
yourself!
(by
www.world66.com)
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Photo Gallery : Cambodia
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