CAMBODIA

The intricate history of men
meets pure nature 

Explore 

This country really offers the great extremes during your journey through it, you will get to explore and understand the extent of the cruel war Cambodia suffered and that have definitely scarred the country. Meanwhile you will be charmed by the mildness of its people and the beauty of the nature that runs wild across the country.
Pristine beaches and forests , peaceful lakes and rivers , any road you would take will be accompanied by stunning surroundings.
I traveled around by bus and boat. From Siem Reap to the coast you have plenty of boats that would ride down the river . To travel back to Bangkok I took a bus that took me all the way from Sihanoukville to BK, it takes a long time and you have to get on and off very often to swap to ferries and cross estuaries but is a great and fun trip itself;)
The most wonderful of all is the meeting of the two men and nature: Angkor Wat. This magical place is definitely one of the must see in the World.
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Highlights :
  • Angkor Wat
  • Phnom Penh
  • Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (crude history)
  • Botum Sakor National Park
  • Sihanoukville and all the nice beaches around it
  • Tonlé Sap

Sleep 

Siam Reap:
Has plenty of lovely small guest houses and backpackers , just book in advance as they get full very quickly.
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Phnom Phen:
At the time I have staid at a great backpacker around the lake Boeung Kak, but this beautiful lake was unfortunately given to a development project and filled up in sand to build apartments:(

Facts

Language: Khmer
Capital: Phnom Penh
Currency: Cambodian riel
Best time to visit: November to May

Charity:
Unfortunately in Cambodia one of the biggest issues is child abuse, children and youth are at increased risk of health problems, drug use, social isolation and discrimination, abuse, and lack of education. This organization strives in protecting and helping kids in the Sihanoukville area.
​mloptapang.org