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Cambodia

There's a magic about this charming yet confounding kingdom that casts a spell on visitors. An adventure to Cambodia will inspire travelers to contemplate what happens when ancient and modern worlds collide.

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Bayon
Temples of Angkor
At the heart of Angkor Thom is the 12th-century Bayon, the mesmerising, if slightly mind-bending, state temple of Jayavarman VII. It epitomises the…
Banteay Srei
Cambodia
Considered by many to be the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srei is cut from stone of a pinkish hue and includes some of the finest stone…
Beng Mealea
Temples of Angkor
A spectacular sight to behold, Beng Mealea, located about 68km northeast of Siem Reap, is one of the most mysterious temples at Angkor, as nature has well…
Banteay Chhmar
Northwestern Cambodia
Beautiful, peaceful and covered in astonishingly intricate bas-reliefs, Banteay Chhmar is one of the most impressive temple complexes beyond the Angkor…
Angkor Wat
Temples of Angkor
The traveller's first glimpse of Angkor Wat, the ultimate expression of Khmer genius, is matched by only a few select spots on earth. Built by Suryavarman…
Ta Prohm
Temples of Angkor
The so-called 'Tomb Raider Temple', Ta Prohm is cloaked in dappled shadow, its crumbling towers and walls locked in the slow muscular embrace of vast root…
Prasat Preah Vihear
Northwestern Cambodia
The most dramatically situated of all Angkorian monuments, Prasat Preah Vihear sprawls along a clifftop near the Thai border, with breathtaking views of…
Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary
Sen Monorom
The 3000-sq-km Keo Seima (formerly called Seima Protected Forest) hosts the country’s greatest treasure trove of mammalian wildlife. Besides unprecedented…

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Top picks from our travel experts

The top things to do in Cambodia: top temples, beautiful beaches and walking on the wild side

Curated by Nick Ray

Phare the Cambodian Circus
Siem Reap
Cambodia's answer to Cirque du Soleil, Phare the Cambodian Circus is so much more than a conventional circus, with an emphasis on performance art and a…
Angkor Wat
Temples of Angkor
The traveller's first glimpse of Angkor Wat, the ultimate expression of Khmer genius, is matched by only a few select spots on earth. Built by Suryavarman…
Prasat Preah Vihear
Northwestern Cambodia
The most dramatically situated of all Angkorian monuments, Prasat Preah Vihear sprawls along a clifftop near the Thai border, with breathtaking views of…
Elephant Valley Project
Sen Monorom
For an original elephant experience, visit this pioneering 'walking with the herd' project, which entices local mahouts to bring their overworked or…
Bokor National Park
Kampot Province
The dense rainforests of this 1581-sq-km park shelter an incredible array of wildlife, including the Asiatic black bear, Malayan sun bear, clouded leopard…
Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary
Cambodia
Prek Toal is one of three biospheres on the Tonlé Sap lake, and this stunning bird sanctuary makes it the most worthwhile and straightforward of the three…

Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Fringed by beautiful beaches and tropical islands, this country packs everything Southeast Asia has to offer into one bite-sized chunk.

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Things to Know

Make the most of your trip to Cambodia with these top planning tips, from packing to which currencies are accepted.

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Transportation

Famed for its temples, jungles and beaches, Cambodia is small in size but big on adventures. Here are our top tips for getting around in Cambodia.

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Visa Requirements

Do you need a visa to visit to Cambodia? Can you extend your visa? Where do you enter the country? We have answers to all your questions.

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Money and Costs

Cambodia is incredibly cheap when compared with destinations in Europe or North America. These top tips can make your budget stretch even further.

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Best Road Trips

The best way to take in the magic of Cambodia might be on two wheels. Here is our guide to the top motorcycle itineraries in this Southeast Asian country.

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