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Angkor: The Jewel In Cambodia

Angkor is found just outside the Cambodian city of Siem Reap, with its nearby airport. For more than a century it has captivated the hearts and minds of westerners, but until recently wasn’t a viable destination for any but the most daring travelers. With the stabilization of Cambodia’s government and the improved infrastructure, visiting is now the ideal experience for anyone looking for unbelievable beauty and wonder. With more than seventy temples and palaces, Angkor is a place of dreams, and should be on everyone’s list of places to visit in their life.

Tips in this Tour:

	When visiting Angkor, make sure you wear appropriate clothing. This means fairly modest clothing that covers, even though it will be quite hot during some seasons. This is still a series of functioning temples, and the Khmer will appreciate it if you respect their religious space. Generally, ask yourself if you would wear your outfit to church or synagogue.
	Learning a few key phrases in Khmer will allow you to make the people you meet very happy. Unlike neighboring Thailand, very few travelers to Cambodia bother to learn any Khmer, so even learning to say hello (sues’day) or thank you (awkun) will get you many smiles.
	Don’t drink unbottled water, and don’t eat fruits with skins still on them. It should go without saying, but it only takes one slip to leave you with a very unpleasant stomach bug. And ice is the silent menace that people always forget: fruit juice is safe, but if it has ice in the glass, politely send it back.
	US currency is accepted in Cambodia, and is in many cases easier to deal with than the riel. Carry lots of one-dollar bills, as many things will cost a dollar.
	Bring gifts for the throngs of children who will beg, if you’d prefer to give them goods instead of money. Pens, pencils, notebooks, colored markers, and other school supplies are all appreciated. And, of course, there is always candy!

Transportation:	By Foot - Easy walking
Specialty:	Historical/Heritage
Category:	Guided Tour - play before & while you tour
Rating:
Added:	07/26/2008
Duration:	30 min
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More about this tour

Chapters in this tour:
Introduction
The Bayon
Terrace of the Elephants
Ta Prohm
Angkor Wat
Phnom Bakheng
Conclusion

Provider: Brendan McGuigan
Brendan has written extensively on sites in Southeast Asia, Indonesia, and the Pacific Northwest. He is committed to discovering beautiful and inspirational locations worldwide, and helping others to thoroughly experience them.