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Experience the vibrant summer with our 4D3N Cambodia tour: Hanoi - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh priced at just 7,990,000 VND per person
With this Cambodia tour, you'll have the opportunity to visit the following stunning attractions:
Angkor Thom
During this tour of Cambodia, you'll explore Angkor Thom, a temple complex adorned with numerous colossal Buddha faces. These faces are positioned to gaze in four cardinal directions, symbolizing the four exits. Additionally, you'll encounter many carvings depicting the Apsara celestial dancers showcasing traditional dance forms. This imagery serves as an iconic representation of the country, appearing in various artistic forms at temples, shrines, and even modern structures.
After visiting the temple, you can head to the souvenir shops within the temple complex to buy some lovely gifts for your loved ones and friends.
Terrace of the Elephants
The Terrace of the Elephants is located at the heart of Angkor Thom. This is where you'll find stunning images of elephants and Garudas, making it one of the most photographed spots in the Angkor archaeological park. Built by King Jayavarman VII, it served as a public platform in the late 12th century, spanning 300 meters in length and 2.5 meters in height. The northern part of the Terrace of the Elephants is adorned with sculptures of a five-headed horse, Apsara dancers, and Khmer warriors. Don't forget to check-in when you visit here.
Angkor Wat Temple
Next on the Cambodia tour itinerary, Angkor Wat Temple is a must-visit destination in Siem Reap city. This iconic temple, dedicated to the god Vishnu, is the best-preserved temple in the area, featuring five towers resembling lotus flowers reaching up to 65 meters in height with Khmer architecture. Additionally, there are around 2,000 stone carvings of Apsaras (also known as celestial dancers).
A great suggestion for you when visiting Angkor is to seize the opportunity to admire the panoramic view of the Angkor complex from above in a hot air balloon, especially at sunrise or sunset. The higher you go, the more majestic Angkor appears, so don't forget to snap some photos for memories.
Bakheng Hill
Bakheng Hill, standing at 65m high, lies between Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Formerly, this hill was the center of the first Khmer kingdom in Angkor, also known as Yasodharapura, a Hindu temple. To reach the top of Bakheng Hill, travelers have to walk about 700m of rough dirt road. This path is quite challenging, so you must be careful. The surrounding area is covered with countless trees. This will surely be a great destination in the journey of Cambodia tourism for those who love exploration.
The top of Bakheng Hill is perhaps most beautiful at sunset, when the gentle rays of the sun descend. The feeling of standing from above, seeing everything as if shrinking to eye level, will be a wonderful experience on this trip. This is truly a must-visit spot when traveling to Cambodia.
Alternatively, if you want to experience the traditional culture of Cambodia instead of partying at noisy clubs in the pub street, then enjoy watching the Apsara dance performance, recreating authentically the ancient Angkor era. In Siem Reap, there are many restaurants and hotels offering buffet dinners and Apsara dance shows. You'll definitely not want to miss out on a delicious dinner with the graceful dance performance of these charming dancers in traditional Khmer costumes.
Royal Palace of Cambodia
As one of the must-visit attractions in Phnom Penh, the palace was built after King Norodom moved the capital from Oudong to Phnom Penh. The Royal Palace of Cambodia is a complex of buildings, the residence of the King and the royal family. It is also where royal ceremonies and diplomatic protocols often take place. Opening hours for visiting are from 8am to 11am and from 2pm to 5pm.
Golden Pagoda – Silver Pagoda
The Golden Pagoda – Silver Pagoda is situated within the Cambodian royal palace, located in Phnom Penh city. This is a renowned temple in Cambodia, also known as the Emerald Buddha Pagoda. It's called the Golden Pagoda – Silver Pagoda because the temple boasts 5329 silver tiles on the floor, each meticulously handcrafted and weighing 1.125kg. Consequently, this is where the country's monarch holds Buddhist ceremonies, hence the temple lacks a resident abbot.
At the Silver Pagoda, you'll step barefoot on silver tiles weighing over 1kg each, laid out like bricks, or you'll admire an array of gigantic statues crafted from various precious gemstones, dazzled by countless large-sized gems or diamonds embedded on the statues and objects.
Additionally, you can visit and take photos at the Vietnam – Cambodia Friendship Monument, Independence Square, and the residence of Prime Minister Hun Sen.
Especially, on your Cambodia tour, you'll have the opportunity to visit and try your luck at the luxurious 5-star Naga World Casino, the most prominent in Cambodia. This is a complex of 5-star hotels and entertainment in Cambodia that astonishes visitors with its unique beauty. Located in the heart of the capital Phnom Penh, Naga World stands out with its modern, luxurious architecture. Here, besides sightseeing and shopping, tourists can also entertain themselves at the largest casino in Cambodia to test their luck.
According to Mytour
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourFebruary 28, 2019
