With beautiful beaches, delicate and aromatic cuisine, mystical temples, a cosmopolitan capital and a long history that culminated in recent tragedies, Cambodia is one of the most exciting tourism destinations in Southeast Asia. Enthusiasts of ancient civilizations will be delighted with the amazing architectural heritage left from Buddhist and Hindu emperors, but there are other attractions and plenty to do in Cambodia: historical tours through the country, a dive in the beautiful beaches, or a boat ride through fascinating floating villages. Given the small scale of this country and its late conquest of peace, it is not surprising to see its tourism industry skyrocketing at one of the fastest rates in the world. Here's an overview of 7 things
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The contrast is sharp against the cacophony of motorcycles, tuk tuks, bicycles and vehicles vying for a place on the streets. Markets are full by the early morning and groups of tourists drink beer sold at 50 cents on the river margins, while an elephant walks quietly through the streets. These are common sights in Phnom Penh, the most important economic and cultural center of Cambodia. This cosmopolitan city merges ancient heritage with modern culture and architecture in marvelous ways. Cruising through its streets and the Sisowath Quay by foot, motorcycle or tuk tuk is, literally, running through the heart of Cambodia today. Renting a scooter for a whole day only costs $5 …show more content…
On its surface, small buildings float at the mercy of the seasonal currents. This is the home of roughly 1.2 million people - a fishing community that managed to detach their dependencies from the land and build entire villages that float on the lake. This lake is also home to 149 species of fish, many species of birds, Siamese crocodiles and the largest population of freshwater snakes in the world. Visitors can cruise through this bizarre ecosystem and get a glimpse of the day-to-day life and endemic traditions of the fishing communities. This biodiversity hotspot is unique in the world and protected by
The contrast is sharp against the cacophony of motorcycles, tuk tuks, bicycles and vehicles vying for a place on the streets. Markets are full by the early morning and groups of tourists drink beer sold at 50 cents on the river margins, while an elephant walks quietly through the streets. These are common sights in Phnom Penh, the most important economic and cultural center of Cambodia. This cosmopolitan city merges ancient heritage with modern culture and architecture in marvelous ways. Cruising through its streets and the Sisowath Quay by foot, motorcycle or tuk tuk is, literally, running through the heart of Cambodia today. Renting a scooter for a whole day only costs $5 …show more content…
On its surface, small buildings float at the mercy of the seasonal currents. This is the home of roughly 1.2 million people - a fishing community that managed to detach their dependencies from the land and build entire villages that float on the lake. This lake is also home to 149 species of fish, many species of birds, Siamese crocodiles and the largest population of freshwater snakes in the world. Visitors can cruise through this bizarre ecosystem and get a glimpse of the day-to-day life and endemic traditions of the fishing communities. This biodiversity hotspot is unique in the world and protected by