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CAMBODIA
Angkor Wat
The distinctive five towers of Angkor Wat, designed to look like
lotus buds, are a truly stunning sight - and the focus of nearly
all travellers who visit Cambodia. Clamber to the top for a birds-eye
view.
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap by boat
Cheaper than flying and quicker than driving, travelling by boat
from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, Cambodia's most touristy town, may
not be the height of comfort, but it affords a glimpse of life on
the Tonle Sap.
Ratanakiri
Isolated Ratanakiri is one of the least developed provinces and
home to many of Cambodias hilltribe minority groups. If you like
nature and wildlife, this is the place to be.
Irrawaddy
Dolphins
Kampai, 20km north of Kratie, is one of the few places in Asia where
you can see the rare freshwater Irrawaddy dolphins; less than a
hundred are thought to remain in the Mekong.
Choeung
Ek (The Killing Fields)
Victims of Pol Pot were exterminated at Choeung Ek, the most notorious
of Cambodia's "killing fields." Their exhumed remains
are demographically arranged in a glass-sided stupa, and fragments
of their clothes are piled below.
Sihanoukville
The fledgling beach resort Sihanoukville is a great place to relax
and unwind. Follow lazy days on the sand with drinks and sunset
views of Koh Poh Island at Hawaii Seaview .
Banteay
Srei
The tiny red sandstone temple of Banteay Srei, nestled in the jungle
about 30km northeast of Angkor Wat, could have been plucked from
a fairytale. Its miniature proportions, unusual pinkish color and
intricate ornamentation create a surreal effect.
Bokor
A fabulous jungle track leads to the ghost town of Bokor, perched
high in the Elephant Mountains. Explore the old palace, hotel and
casino - just some of the buildings that lie derelict and abandoned.
Grand Hôtel d'Angkor
Splurge on dinner and a performance of traditional dance and music
at Siem Reap's Grand Hôtel d'Angkor , or just watch for free
from the sidelines by the park fence.
Yeak Laom
Lake
A swim in the clear turquoise waters of Ratanakiri's Yeak Laom,
a volcanic crater lake, is irresistible; lined with dense green
forest, its remarkable tranquillity is interrupted only by the occasional
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