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Siem Reap is known for its architectural complex Angkor Wat, recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site. It is the most famous historical and spiritual architectural work in the city, split up into five main areas. Watching the Angkor Wat sunrise is very popular, as the sun rises behind the temples creating a sunrise that reflects the pools in the front.
Angkor Wat is only a short distance from Siem Reap, therefore it is possible to cycle or even walk the small distance. Online taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab and Tada operate in Siem Reap. If you choose to hail a ride, please make sure you agree a fixed price for the journey before you set off. Minivans and minibuses are also available.
There are a few ways to explore the temples of Angkor. The complex is open from 5 in the morning until 6 in the afternoon. There are two circuits to explore Angkor, a short one (17km) and a long one (26km). Many people do the short tour on the first day and follow up with the largest and most important temples over the following days. Nevertheless, these circuits are only a guide and there are hundreds of other temples not included in the tours. It is recommended to hire a tour guide to visit the temple complex, as understanding more about the history will help appreciate the temples. The following link offers professional guides and daily tour guide rates:
https://www.angkortourguides.com/home-sub-menu/tour-guide/daily-tour-guiderate.html Alternatively, guides can also be found at the entrance of Angkor Wat.
There are three different types of tickets to access the Angkor temples: A one-day ticket costs $37 per day, the 2/3-day ticket $62 and the one-week pass is $72.
The dress code requires everyone to cover their shoulders. While women are to cover their knees, men can wear shorts, though it is recommended to wear trousers, to be able to climb the top terraces of the main temple in Angkor Wat. While exploring Cambodia, please show respect for Buddhist culture and traditions. This includes dressing modestly when visiting temples, being mindful of your behaviour, and observing local customs. Keep in mind that Angkor is a place of worship and one of which Cambodians are extremely proud, and your respect helps preserve the rich heritage of this beautiful country.
Angkor Wat Bayon
Ta Prohm Banteay Srei
Angkor Thom Preah Khan
Banteay Samre Banteay Kdei
Pre Rup Phnom Bakheng
Located near Angkor Wat temple, the Angkor National Museum (founded in 2007) is dedicated to showcasing artifacts from Angkor era. The museum serves as an educational resource on art and culture of the Khmer civilization. Through engaging
multimedia presentations, you can immerse yourself in the Golden Era of the Khmer Empire.
Exhibits of Angkor National Museum include sculptures, ceramics, inscriptions, and other relics, allowing a deep insight into the Khmer culture, religion and daily life during the Empire’s golden ages. The language barrier isn’t something to worry about, since multi-language audio guides are available. All in all, the museum offers a comprehensive showcase of the Angkorian period.
Considered one of the main shopping destinations in Siem Reap is the bustling and lively Angkor Night Market. In 2007 it was established to preserve traditional Khmer handicrafts. Nowadays Angkor Night market is not only the ideal shopping place, but it is also popular for eating.
The market is open from 5pm to midnight, every Monday to Sunday. There are over 200 stalls gathered at the market and a great variety of clothes, handicrafts, statues and souvenir cards can be found. Even though countless copies of Angkor Night market can be found, the original one is surely the best and worth a visit while staying in Siem Reap.
More than just a circus, Phare performers use theatre, music, dance and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories. The young circus artists will astonish you with their energy, emotion, enthusiasm and talent, making Phare Circus the top-rated modern cultural performance in Siem Reap.
Phare artists are students and graduates from Phare Ponleu Selpak’s (www.phareps.org) vocational training center in Battambang. Today more than 1,200 pupils attend the public school daily and 500 attend the alternative schools. Phare Ponleu Selpak also has extensive outreach programs, trying to help with the problems highlighted in their own tales. Phare, the Cambodian Circus offers these students and graduates somewhere to hone their skills and a place to earn a decent wage.
The Phare experience offers a full evening of entertainment, with dining, shopping and theatre available at the venue.
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