Introduction
Cambodia has one of humanity’s greatest achievements — Angkor Wat — and one of its darkest recent chapters — the Khmer Rouge genocide. Both are profound and essential for understanding this complex, resilient country.
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Angkor Archaeological Park
Angkor Wat
The world’s largest religious monument. Built 12th century. Perfect symmetry, extraordinary bas-reliefs. Sunrise from the reflecting pools is Cambodia’s most iconic image.
Entry: $37/day, $62/3 days, $72/7 days.
Angkor Thom and Bayon
The 216 giant stone faces of Bayon temple are one of Asia’s most powerful images.
Ta Prohm
Strangler fig trees growing through the ruins. The “jungle temple.” Extraordinary at dawn.
Banteay Srei
Pink sandstone temple 25km from Siem Reap. The finest carving in all of Angkor.
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Phnom Penh
Tuol Sleng (S21): Former torture prison. Deeply moving and necessary. $5.
Killing Fields (Choeung Ek): Memorial to Khmer Rouge victims. Audio guide tells individual stories. $6.
Royal Palace: Cambodia’s royal residence, partially open. $10.
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Angkor Wat sunrise tours with tuk-tuk and guide are bookable on Klook — highly recommended for the best temple experience.
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