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In northern Cambodia lies one of the world's largest and most significant monuments. Angkor Wat is a treasured Buddhist temple and the allure of the Angkor Archaeological Park. It is considered the gateway to the ruins of Angkor. This temple is a national icon and source of pride for Cambodia and is also proudly displayed on the national flag.

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Ta Prohm is one of the prominent temples in Siem Reap popularly known as the 'Tomb Raider Temple' because of its appearance in the Tomb Raider movie. Unlike other structures, Ta Prohm has been left in the same condition in which it was found. It is surrounded by a thick jungle, making you feel like you have come to a lost world.

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Bayon Temple is a Khmer Temple and the only Buddhist shrine in the Angkor region, otherwise dominated by Hindu temples. It is located in the center of the ancient capital city of Angkor Thom. The central characteristic elements of the Bayon temple are huge smiling faces made of large blocks of stone on 37 towers adorning all four sides.

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Pub Street is one of the most famous streets located in downtown Siem Reap, lined with plenty of restaurants, bars, cafes, entertainment clubs, massage parlors, and pubs. It is the most visited street after Angkor Archaeological Complex. The pubs are open until morning hours, a few until 3 or 4 AM.

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Angkor National Museum in Siem Reap houses artifacts of the Khmer empire that ruled for more than seven centuries. It spreads over 20,000 square meters and is home to over 8000 relics, including many statues of Buddha and Hindu Gods.

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Preah Khan is one of the last remaining remote structures in Siem Reap. Khmer King Jayavarman VII built it and dedicated it to his father, Dharanindravarman. Located about 2km from the dynasty's capital Angkor Thom, this massive complex is over 55 hectares, serving as a monastery and a learning center for Buddhist monks.

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Pre Rup is one of the oldest structures, located south of East Baray in Siem Reap in Cambodia. King Rajendravarman II built this mountain temple in 961 AD. It was the capital and also a state temple during his reign. A temple dedicated to Hindu God Shiva, it is popular among tourists for the gorgeous sunset views.

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Phare, the Cambodian Circus, is located outside Siem Reap in Cambodia. It is a unique circus company that gives performances combining modern arts, theatre, music, and dance to tell tales from various parts of the country.

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Baphuon Temple is an ancient mountain temple located in Angkor archaeological park in Siem Reap in Cambodia. This sandstone monument is known for the magnificent views of Angkor Thom witnessed from the top of its pyramid-shaped towers reached by steep wooden staircases. It is also well-known for the incomplete sculpture of the Reclining Buddha.

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Cambodian Cultural Village, known as Angkor Green Park, is a cultural village and open-air museum in Siem Reap. It comprises 11 artificially-made unique villages representing the culture, traditions, and heritage of 19 different ethnic groups of Cambodia. Each village presents miniature replicas of historical buildings and recreation of local lifestyles quintessential of Khmer ethnic culture.

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One of the most popular attractions in Cambodia, the 10th Century temple Banteay Srei is located in the province of Angkor. It was built to solely dedicate and honor Hindu God Shiva.Compared to other Angkor temples in terms of size, it is quite minimal. But the lack of size is compensated by the high level of detail in all of the carvings in the temple.

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The Terrace of the Leper King is situated in Siem Reap, on the northwest corner of Angkor Thom. The terrace is home to a 360 m long sandstone wall that beholds intricate historic carvings of demons and dragons. The terrace is named after a statue of the ‘Leper King’ that was originally found in the middle of the terrace during excavation, and currently stands in the National Museum. A replica of the same is perched on the terrace.

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Phnom Kulen National Park is a revered site in Cambodia that houses the Kulen Mountain. About 90 minutes from the city, Phnom Kulen was the capital of the earliest Khmer Empire. It houses some temple ruins and sculptures, but most of the area remains untouched. You can walk around, visit the 20 small temples, and enjoy swimming in the waterfalls.

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Part of Siem Reap’s historic Angkor Archaeological Park, Ta Keo is a massive unfinished temple-mountain built by Khmer ruler Jayavarman V. It is located just east of Angkor Thom near the temple of Ta Prohm. The shrine within the central spire is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Several lingams and statues of other Hindu deities were found in the sanctuary champers within the towers.

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The Terrace of the Elephants is a part of the walled city of Angkor Thom within the Angkor Archaeological Park. It is a raised platform once used by Khmer King Jayavarman VII to view grand ceremonies, public functions, or the parades of his victorious armies. The corridor gets its name from the many carvings of elephants and their mahouts on the eastern side.

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Located at the corner of Achar Sva Street and Street 27, Made in Cambodia Market is an open-air handicrafts market featuring local artisans and designers. You can shop for things like silk/cotton scarves, lip balm, handmade dolls, ceramic mugs, spices, and postcards. There are free live traditional dance shows or live acoustic music during the weekends from 6:00 PM onwards.

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Banteay Samre is an Angkorian temple located close to the East Baray off the city of Siem Reap in Cambodia. This Hindu temple is known for its elegantly carved temple towers, bas-reliefs, the interior moat comprising of beautiful statues, and the views of the structure in the sunset.

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Sample a wide range of Cambodian delicacies along the streets of Siem Reap. Cow brain soup is a specialty served in a few shops along the riverside. Lort Cha, a type of fried egg noodles, is another must-try dish, and so are sticky bamboo rice and a variety of sandwiches known as the Num Pang. Pho Langka Market is one of the best places to sample the local cuisine.

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Built during the reign of Khmer King Rajendravarman II, East Mebon is a 10th-century Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It stands north of the king’s chief state temple Pre Rup on a small island in the now-dry East Baray reservoir. The temple has five towers arranged in a quincunx representing the five peaks of Mount Meru.

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Theam's gallery is a museum home to highly appreciated Cambodian designer Lim Muy Theam. The alluring Theam's gallery showcases authentic fine art pieces and designs from medieval Khmer times. Appealing artwork from local artists and apprentices is often displayed on site, with many of them for sale.

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Neak Poan is a small Buddhist temple on a circular island on the banks of the Jayatataka lake, originally built as a reservoir. It was built in the late 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. The location is believed to represent Anavapata, a mythical lake in the Himalayas whose waters are assumed to cure all illnesses. The temple rests in the lake's center and is reached via a footbridge.

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Bakong is a popular Angkorian temple mountain in the Rolous area close to Siem Reap. It is the first temple mountain or step pyramid structure of the Khmer period, dedicated to Hindu God Shiva. The largest of all the temples in Rolous, it is famous for its unique five-tier central pyramids, eight intricately carved temple towers, and bas-reliefs depicting the architectural brilliance of the Khmer period.

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The Tonle Sap is the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia, near Siem Reap in Cambodia. Stretching from Angkor Wat to Phnom Penh. it is known for its rich ecosystem and many floating villages. You can go on a day trip from Siem Reap to some of the floating villages located on Tonle Sap, where you can see the villagers' unique life amidst a vibrant landscape.

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The Cambodia Landmine Museum and Relief Facility is in Angkor National Park near the Banteay Srey Temple complex. It displays an exclusive collection of Cambodian landmines and other weapons used during war periods, educating the importance of clearing mines in Cambodia.

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Banteay Srey Butterfly Centre (BBC) is an interactive butterfly zoo and the largest butterfly enclosure center in SE Asia. Tourists can see thousands of species of colorful butterflies belonging to Cambodia and other nearby regions on a short trip to this farm, which is worth exploring, and especially enjoyable if you are traveling with kids. Guided tours are available.

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Enjoy a zipline canopy tour inside the Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap. The four hanging bridges allow enthusiasts to explore the forest vegetation under the guidance of expert Sky Rangers. Starting at KHR 408575, the tour packages usually include a traditional Khmer meal, snacks, and a roundtrip shuttle service.

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A three-hour car ride away from Siem Reap, Koh Ker is home to the ruins of an ancient city. At Koh Ker, you can visit the pyramid temple complex of Prasat Thom and Prang. This old city is home to many temples, buildings, and other monuments and was a thriving town home to over 20,000 people.Tickets cost 10 USD for foreign tourists, while guides are an additional 5 USD.

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Kampong Phluk is one of the floating villages on Tonle Sap, the largest lake in Southeast Asia. Located about 30 km from Siem Reap, visiting Kampong Phluk is one of the popular day trip options for tourists visiting Cambodia to experience the unique life of locals and rural Cambodia.

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Housing a number of equipment, possessions, memorabilia, arms, and weapons, War Museum Cambodia is the country's largest museum dedicated to war exhibits. The artifacts belong to the era of Khmer rule and conflicting times in Kampuchea, along with an extensive evidence collection of bombs, landmines, tanks, guns, and bullets from the cold war era.

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Psar Chas or Psar Chaa is a local market in Siem Reap for shopping for plenty of cheap souvenirs, clothes, and delicious street food. There are more than 300 shops selling souvenirs including sculpted wood, colorful postcards, silverware, silk fabrics, stone carvings, Cambodian handicrafts, textiles, and handmade products like bags, jewelry, and purses.

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Spas at Siem Reap offer traditional massages using local ingredients. Resorts such as Borei Angkor Resort and Spa provide massage services to residents and walk-in clients. Le Meridien Angkor Spa, Frangipani Spa, Bodia Spa, and Khmer Relief Spa are other well-reviewed standalone spas. Siem Reap also offers fish spas, where small fish nibble dead skin cells off your feet.

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Preah Norodom Sihanouk-Angkor Museum is a well-maintained joint effort with the Japanese government to retain and restore the rich cultural heritage of the Angkor period. The Hindu and Buddha treasures found during archaeological excavations are well-preserved and kept on an elaborate display at this divine museum.

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Tours around Siem Reap allow tourists to experience a slice of life in the villages of Cambodia. Local village tours take you into the countryside, away from the bustle of the city. For example, you could opt for an ox-cart ride and watch farmers working in the paddy fields. Some operators offer paddy field tours as well as visits to local schools. Village Tours often include visits to the Artizans d’Angkor Silk Farm.

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Siem Reap hosts multiple cookery classes, teaching tourists to cook local delicacies with local ingredients. Countryside Cooking Class on the outskirts and Lily’s Secret Garden Cooking Class near Siem Reap center teach tourists to cook with local flavors, while Le Tigre de Papier is in the center of the town and Champey Cooking Class offers market tours along with cooking and tasting.

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The Khmer Ceramics and Fine Arts Centre offers visitors pottery classes, where an expert demonstrates using the pottery wheel. Visitors can then make their own bowls and then create designs on their bowls using proper carving tools. These bowls can be picked up after a week and returned as souvenirs. Classes start around KHR 103236 per person for 1.5 hours.

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Kbal Spean is an ancient Angkorian site in Cambodia, found in the Phnom Kulen National Park in Banteay Srei. Stretching for more than 150 meters, Kbal Spean runs under the Stung Kbal Spean river. Popularly known as the River of Thousand Lingas, it is an intricately carved river bed with more than 1000 Lingas, depictions of the Hindu God Shiva, and sculptures of other Gods. It was built in the 11th century.

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Curated by a well-known French creator Philippe Brousseau, Jayav Art is a modern art gallery and shop exclusively popular for working with papier mâché sculptures and items. They display several other artworks of lacquered wood, terra cotta, stone, etc., for sale with elusive masterpieces.

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Established by the well-known fine art photographer John McDermott, this photography gallery primarily displays the exclusive work of John McDermott in capturing the beauty of Angkor. Although filled with subtle colors, the gallery follows an elegant black-and-white theme to feature all the photography graciously.

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The ArtBox Trick Art Museum is a fun interactive art museum with beautiful art murals and live artwork. The museum has become a significant visitor photo shoot spot because of its embellished art decor. It houses a massive collection of photographs, entertaining 3D art, and huge landmark paintings to admire.

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Quad bike rides through Siem Reap take tourists through villages and paddy fields, allowing for much more profound interaction with local communities. Quad bike tours include visits to Buddhist monasteries, as well as a temple even older than the famous Angkor Wat. Quads let tourists go off the beaten track and explore the region, which is a fun experience. Operators offer short one-hour rides as well as longer multi-hour rides.

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The Siem Reap River flows through Siem Reap Province and is a part of the Mekong River, the largest river in Asia that passes through many countries flowing through cities and towns. If exploring Siem Reap beyond temples is your idea, a short getaway to the river is one of the must-do things to experience rich nature consisting of dense forests and wildlife.

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The Beng Mealea temple is a 1.5-hour car ride away from Siem Reap, and entry to the temple complex costs 5 USD per person. Prasat Beng Mealea is surrounded by a massive moat, and while most of the temple has collapsed, there are multiple carvings on the walls, such as one depiction of the myth of the Churning of the Ocean of Milk.

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Situated on the banks of the river and close to all popular hotels, Siem Reap Art Centre Market has stalls with handicraft items, clothing, shoes, bags, accessories, jewelry, paintings, and artwork. The traditional dance show, Apsara, is hosted daily at 8:00 PM. There are also some food stalls around.

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BB Angkor Market is a common market selling accessories, clothing, bags, silverware, carvings, and souvenirs. It has some restaurants and bars that start after 8 pm serving a nice collection of beer, wine, and drinks, BBQ places with delicious food, and live karaoke places.

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A cycling tour through Siem Reap is a great way to experience the countryside and explore otherwise unreachable parts of the region. Cycling tours pass through the quiet and green countryside and often include trails through the ruins of the ancient Angkor kingdom. Some tours also explore the villages around Siem Reap.

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The temple of Ta Som is a small structure located in Angkor Thom, Siem Reap. It was built at the end of the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. It has undergone minimum restoration and beholds a single shrine which is believed to be in the honor of Jayavarman’s father. The highlight of this location is the gigantic strangler fig tree, taking over the east gate.

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Ta Nei Temple is off the beaten track, near the northwest corner of East Baray. It was built in the late 12th century by King Jayavarman and dedicated to Buddha. It is believed by archaeologists that the area was once densely populated under the Khmer empire. Currently, the temple is in a deep undisturbed forest, accessible by car or tuk-tuk. It gives a rare chance to explore temple ruins undisturbed since it is rarely visited by tourists.

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Phnom Bok Temple is located about 30 kilometers from Siem Reap. The temple is on the top of the Bok mountain and gives a chance to behold the panoramic view of lakes, cities, and fields beneath you. It’s a trekking spot in the city that tourists rarely trot.

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Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary is located at Prek Toal near Tonle Sap, the largest lake in South East Asia. Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary is one of the three biosphere areas reserved for bird watching. You can opt for a guided boat trip, which will take you through the rich forests secluded amidst Tonle Sao.

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Phnom Kulen is one of the largest waterfalls in Cambodia, located in the Phnom Kulen National Park. It has two levels that submerge into a pool, where you can swim. The grounds of this national park are known to hold ancient history, along with a reclining Buddha statue. The waterfall is delineated by large trees and rocks and thus promotes a feeling of a secluded cove.

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Located close to the Angkor Night Market at Night Market Street, Noon Night Market houses a collection of handicraft items, souvenirs, paintings, etc. As you enter, the market pathway is embellished with lights and fans to help beat the heat, and the restaurants serve authentic Khmer food and local delicacies.

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This wonderful textile museum is located close to the ticketing centre of Angkor Wat. It is home to various traditional and modern fabric artwork, costumes from earlier decades, textiles, and cloth masterpieces. The museum displays fashion from over 6 Asian countries depicting a cultural fusion between the two beautiful rivers, Ganga and Mekong.