The Kingdom of Cambodia is located at the center of the Mekong region, bordering Laos to the north, Vietnam to the south and Thailand to the east.
Cambodia has a rich and glorious history, most famously represented by Ankgor Wat, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and an unequalled feat in ancient architecture. After many years of turmoil, peace has finally returned to this tiny kingdom, and this newfound stability is fast establishing Cambodia as one of the region s key tourist destinations.
Royal Palace
Situated on the site of the former Citadel, it was built by King Norodom in 1866 on the banks of the Mekong River.
Pagoda can be visited everyday, (7:30-11:00 / 2:30-5:00)
Silver Pagoda
Also called the Pagoda of the Emerald Buddha, it is located in the compound of
the Royal Palace. Inside its floor is constructed of 5000 silver tiles.
When to Go - The ideal months to be in Cambodia are December and January, when humidity is bearable, temperatures are cooler and it's unlikely to rain. From February onwards it starts getting pretty hot, and April is unbearably so. The wet season (from May to October), though very soggy, can be a good time to visit Angkor, as the moats will be full and the foliage lush - but steer clear of the northeast regions during those months, as the going gets pretty tough when the tracks are waterlogged. The country's biggest festival, Bon Om Tuk, is held in early November, and is well worth catching.
Visas: A one-month visa, on arrival at Pochentong and Siem Reap airports, costs US$20 for a tourist visa and US$25 for a business visa.
Royal Palace
Silver Pagoda
