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Angkor:

This architecture is one of the world’s seven wonders, the symbol for primitive Khmer culture. Angkor, which is the center of Khmer Kingdom, is the first destination for tourists to get to know about Cambodia. This 400 km2 complex is famous for its two main temples: Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom and even includes some forested areas.

Sunset on once-deserted Angkor Wat

Sunset on once-deserted Angkor Wat

 Royal Palace:

This lavish site, which gleams in gold and jewelries, amazes any tourist. Royal Palace is not only where Cambodian Royal Family lives but also one of the most attractive tourism sites in the country. This magnificent place is well-known for the splendid Throne Hall – venue of royal ceremonies, impressive Silver Pagoda with many golden and jewelry Buddha statues, of which the greatest one covered by 9584 diamonds. Indochina holidays in Cambodia

 The sacred Throne Hall in Royal Palace

The sacred Throne Hall in Royal Palace

Tonle Sap:

In Cambodia, make sure you stay a few days in the Tonle Sap – the Great Lake, to experience the indigenous lifestyle of local people that represents for the Cambodians. Tonle Sap is the most populous area in the country with many floating villages and floating markets.  Experiencing the local lifestyle, local food on the floating boats with smiley local people will help tourists fully engage with Cambodia.

 Local people living and working on boats

Local people living and working on boats

Ratanakiri:

If you love nature, especially mountainous areas, you will love trekking in Ratanakiri – home for Chunchiet hill tribes and rare wildlife. Immersing yourself in the remote area with deserted jungles, waterfalls, rare animals and experience the tribal life is definitely perfect for adventure-lovers. Tours in Cambodia

Ratanakiri is famous for its deserted jungles

Ratanakiri is famous for its deserted jungles

Otres beach:

This beach is the perfect destination for idle beachcombing, with golden sandy coastline, small and relaxing bungalows along the side. Although Otres is gradually commercially orientated, it is not so difficult to find a peaceful place in the south of the beach, where everything is still deserted. Moreover, services in Otres will save your money with cheap massages, low-cost scrumptious home-cook food and fresh tropical fruits.

Be carefree in Otres

Be carefree in Otres

Cambodia is definitely a place for both adventures and relax. In your Indochina trip, make sure you will not miss these stunning places.

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