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Today the most interest place to visit in Cambodia is Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. In Phnom Penh there are many attractions for your visit and explore when you are in Cambodia.

In Phnom Penh Wat Phnom (A small hill with temple was last built in 1926 crowned by an active wat (pagoda) marks the legendary founding place of the Phnom Penh CityPhnom Penh. The hill is the site of constant activity, with a steady stream of the faithful trekking to the vihear, shrines and fortune tellers on top, and a constellation of vendors, visitors.). For another interesting place to visit is  National Museum (The distinctive rust-red National Museum next to the Royal Palace was dedicated by King Sisowath in 1920. Over 5000 objects are on display including Angkorian era statues, lingas and other artifacts, most notably the legendary statue of the ‘Leper King. Continue to visit Royal Palace (The Royal Palace was constructed in 1866 by King Norodom to serve as the residence of the King of Cambodia, his family and foreign dignitaries, as a venue for the performance of court ceremony and ritual and as a symbol of the Kingdom.) and Silver Pagoda (The Silver Pagoda It is known for the 5329 silver tiles that cover the floor.

Independent Monument (Inaugurated in November 9, 1962 to celebrate Cambodia’s independence from foreign rule. The Independence Monument now also serves as a monument to Cambodia’s war dead.). Another place is Killing Field (Cheung Ek) The killing fields were essentially ad hoc places of execution and dumping grounds for dead bodies. The memorial at Choeung Ek just outside Phnom Penh was an orchard and a Chinese cemetery prior to 1975.  Toulsleng Museum (Prior to 1975, Toul Sleng was a high school. When the Khmer Rouge came to power it was converted into the S-21 prison and interrogation facility. Inmates were systematically tortured, sometimes over a period of months, to extract confessions, after which they were executed at the killing fields of Choeung Ek. S-21 processed over 17,000 people, seven of whom survived). Another Intersting is shopping Cambodia souvenir where you can buy variety of goods, craft, silk, silver, gold, diamond in the most popular place (Russian Market (Psah Toul Tom Poung), Central Market (Psah Thmei). For modern shopping, you can visit Sovanna Shopping Center located No. 307-309, St. 271, Golden City (Next to Khmer-Soviet Friendship Hospital) Sorya Shopping Center  # 13-61 Vithei Trasak Pho am, Phnom Penh, Cambodia near Psar Tmey (Central Market). Another attractions is Cambodia Golf Club is located at along the national #4, 35km south of Phnom Penh Cambodia’s first golf course, opened in 1996, and the most popular in the Phnom Penh area. 18 holes golf course spread over 120 acres, palm trees, several water features As well as River Cruise at Short river cruises along the Phnom Penh riverfront are becoming more popular. A short cruise typically takes about 1 hour and runs up the Tonle Sap River. Go Carting is located at Kambol Go-Carting offers go-carting fun for individuals and groups. Explorer, 6.5hp go-carts for rent. 990 meter track with 11 turns, a small hill and a 150 meter straight away.  Interesting activities Cambodian Equestrian Center is an international standard riding school and club established in 2003. More information please visit Cambodia Tourism Site

In Siem Reap, is where to visit the world's most famous Angkor Wat temple and its complexSiem Reap AngkorWat with hundred of acients temple date back to thousand year ago. These temples remain the most interesting and fascinating for visitor in Siem Reap. Angokrwat One of the world wonders, Angkor Wat was built in the early 12 th century during the reign of King Suryavarman II 2 (AD 1113 – 1150) is unrivaled in its beauty and state of preservation. Angkorwat is located about 7km from Siem Reap City. Besie AngkorWat, the most recommend circle itinerary to visit in SIem Reap is small circle temples (South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Pimean Akas, Bapoun, Royal Palace, Terrasse des Elephants, Taphrom, Banteay Kdey, Sras Srong, Krovan), Grand Circle Temple (Preah Khan, Neak Porn, Tasom, East Mebon, Prey rub), Rolous Group Temple is located at the East of Siem Reap about 15km drive there are temples such as (Bakong, Preah Kor, Lolei). In Siem Reap if you have long trips, you can prolong your visit to Banteay Srey, Banteay Somre, Beoung Mealea, Kabl Spean, Kulen Mountain, West Baray). There are many other intersting place to visit in Siem Reap include : Crocodile farm (4 km/8mn from down town) Helicopters Cambodia is a New Zealand owned operation based at the Siem Reap airport, offering scenic flights around the Angkor temples as well as specialized temple tours, aerial filming, photography, charters and more. Angkor National Museum (Located in town, on the road to the Angkor promises eight chronologically ordered galleries of Angkorian-era artifacts and multi-media presentations of Angkorian history and culture.) Land Mine Museum : 6 km south of Banteay Srey. Displaying information and a variety of defused mines, bombs and other ordinance.  Traditional Dance Show Traditional Khmer dance is better described as 'dance-drama' in that the dances are not merely dance but are also meant to convey a story or message. Balloon Ride (1 km across from the Angkor wat front gate. Big yellow balloon ride 200 meters straight up for an amazing aerial view of Angkor Wat, Phnom Bakheng, West Baray) More information please visit Cambodia Tourism Site

In Sihanoukville is located southern part of Cambodia along national road 4 with 4 hourSihanoukville drive. In Sihanoukville there are many places to visit and enjoy sea experience such as Scuba Diving offered by Scuba Nation is Cambodia's premier diving provider, safely satisfying the scuba diving needs of tourists, ex-patriots, embassy personnel and locals since 2002. , ecology and natural beach, island of Cambodia. Another beautiful beach include Sokha Beach A luxury beach resort set on picturesque Sokha Beach., Ochheuteal Beach (The most popular beach in Sihanouk Ville. Ochheuteal has the full spectrum of beach venues including mid-range hotels and budget guesthouses, beachfront seafood restaurants). Beside these offering, Fishing Village A half hour by car or moto from down town. Follow the ocean past the port and you can not miss it. Best to be back in Sihanoukville before dark. Cam Brew Company Brews Angkor and Bayon beers, and Pepsi products. It was constructed in 1966 and operated by the government from 1967-75 brewing beers by the same name.  ore information please visit Cambodia Tourism Site

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