ANGKOR HOLIDAY HOTEL

Welcome to Siem Reap Angkor. Step back in time and embark on a journey to discover glory and might of the ancient Khmer empire and be greeted with the best hospitality in town. Genuinely attentive to your every need, at Angkor Holiday Hotel we aim to make your stay as pleasantly memorable as one would expect from a four star hotel. 

Perfectly located in the heart of Siem Reap business district, it is strategically convenient to take advantage of what the city has to offer where access to banking, nightlife spots, shopping, or catching a ride to your desired destination, is a breeze. 

Inspired by the great craftsmanship of the old Kingdom, our 158 luxury appointed rooms are not just spacious, but are decorated with finest fixtures and most generous guest supply. Relax in the sun and enjoy the tropical tranquility. Better yet, pamper yourself with a drink and foot massage, Guest facilities include gym, swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, a poolside bar and other amenities. 

Exceptional Khmer and international dishes are carefully selected and delicately prepared with daily fresh produce from our local farmer. Dine in or room service, we are readily delighted to take your order. Be it reducing stress from a hectic day or just enjoying yourself in the sun and the ambiance, our gym and swimming pool facilities offer the remedy. 

Book your spa session to experience Khmer traditional massage for complete rejuvenation your body deserves. Available from noon till 11 pm. 

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TOURING THE TEMPLES

With so many temples to explore and ways to see them, it;s vital you make the most of your trip to Angkor. Annually, millions of tourist travel to Cambodia to see the incredible sites that Angkor Archaeological Park has to offer. At the centre of the Park sites the grandest and most popular of them all- Angkor Wat. The World Heritage Site was built for King Suryvarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city of the ruling Khmer Empire. While this is the most popular temple, there are plenty more to be explored.
The time-honoured way to temple trek is by Roe Mouk for about $20 a day, the driver will take you to all the main temples, offering an viewing of them and their legends as you drive, With up to four people this is a budget option but be advised that extra such as sunrise, sunset and some of the more distant temples cost more.
Tourist are not allowed to rent motorbikes in Siem Reap so hiring a motordop and drive is your next best bet. A motor allows you to tavel quickly and skirt the traffic that stacks up during evenings and holidays. Alternatively, starting at $5 a day, it is possible to cycle throughout Angkor at a leisurely pace, particularly if you have a three-day pass. There are scores of stranger ways to explore the temples. If you're with a group, why not try an electric car? Carrying up to 16 people, these carts provide a quiet, shady ride, and at just $3 per person are a great way to go. You can find tickets outside the south gate of Angkor Thom.

   ANGKOR WAT

•  Date of construction: 12th century
• Creator: King Suryvarman II
• Function: State temple and king's mausoleum.
• Style: Classical Khmer
• Area: 162.6 ha
• Famous for: Being the world's largest religious monument.
• Best time to visit: Sunrise.

ANGKOR THOM

• Date of construction: Late 12th century
• Creator: King Jayavarman VII
• Style: Khmer, Dravidian
• Area: 9 km 2
• Famous for: The faces on the 23 m towers at the city gates
• Best time for visit: Early morning or late afternoon

TA PROHM

• Date of construction: 1186.A.D
• Creator: King Jayavarman VII
• Function: Constructed to honour king's family
• Style : Baroque Khmer architectural style (Bayon Style)
• Famous for : The partial shooting of Tom Raider
• Best time for visit: Early morning or late afternoon

   

ANGKOR NIGHT MARKET IN SIEM REAP, KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA

Unlike many of its neighboring countries, Cambodia did not have any after-hours traders until early in 2007. The scene changed with the opening of the first market of its kind in Siem Reap. Drawing on their experiences as visitors, the market's founders were careful not to create a tourist park, as is often the case. 

There's no warehouse-like setting nor masses of stalls offering the same souvenirs. Instead, you will find smoothly laid-out huts, more than 200, built from natural materials and designed in a beautiful Khmer style. Traditional Cambodian handmade products feature strongly, including clothing, silks, art, jewelry, wood and stone carvings and other handcrafts- often produced by orphans and handicapped people who are allocated stalls at a discounted price. 

The setting is made for a perfect shopping experience among friendly and courteous sellers. Of course, bargaining is a must as it is part of the Cambodian culture, it is a great way to mingle with the locals in a friendly manner. 

Hungry after along day, there are three location within the Angkor Night Market from which to choose: the superb Island Bar with acoustic live music, the Brick House Bar with an amazing BBQ and a selection of Thai street food or the Coco House which offer a variety of Asian specialties. 

You can also visit the fun Dr. Fish massage pool where small fish happily nibble the death skin of your feeling and legs. Please note that while there are several Night Market operating now in Siem Reap, the Angkor Night Market is the original market and a accessible from three different directions. We do have a strong philosophy of Hassle Free Shopping. 

Exploring Phnom Chisor Temple

Prasat Phnom Chisor that means Phnom Chisor temple is one of the important ancient temple in term of its history, architecture and its significance to religion. Built by King Suryvarman I, the 11th century temple is a dedication to Brahmanism made of laterite and bricks in which it produces a red image as the sun shines through it. Prasat Phnom Chisor is located 42Km, south of Phnom Penh Cambodia at Takeo Province.

The ruins are situated atop of a 130 meters hill at Roveang Village and going to the top is either by 198 steps stairs from the west or the 412 steps stairs on the south. Despite of the climb, the spectacular view of the countryside is worth-taking, and of course, the preserved carving found of the temple walls and doors. Prasat Phnom Chisor is one of the favorite getaways of Cambodians especially during the long holidays of Khmer New Year, Pchum Benh and Water Festival.

On the east of the temple area, going down the hill, are the ruins of gataways Sen Thmol and Sen Roveang. At the main temple area on top, several structures are situated such as the central tower and the surrounding 5 towers, the fire shrines and the galleries and walls surrounding the towers and shrines. The carving depicts different tales such as the one at the front entrance of the main tower showing the god Vishnu dancing, celebrating the fulfillment of the wishes of beautiful woman named Kari Kala Meya. She prayed to Vishnu to grant her wish of transforming her to an ugly woman so that the men from the human world, heaven and hell would not wage war against each other just to win and marry her.

Anther notable carving found on the east entrance door facing west of the center tower depicts Lady Uma sitting on Shiva's lap while riding on the flying cow. It shows the role of men as caring hsbands to their wives during that time. Aside from these, there are plenty of well-preserves carving, especially the sandstone lintels. awaiting to be explored by visitors. This is one of the reasons why visiting Prasat Phnom Chisor is worth-taking. Prasat Phnom Chisor is 5 Km, off from the National Road N.2. Turn right upon reaching the sign along the highway and head straight passing the twin towers of Prasat Neang Khmau or the eTemple of Black Lady. There is a fee of $3.00 when visiting the temple. It is also ideal to rent a car going there.

KAMPOT PROVINCE & KEP CITY

Sunny, peaceful and a few degrees cooler than Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Kampot and Kep are favoured holiday getaways for Cambodia's city-dwellers. Kampot, a quiet but happening riverine town, and Kep, a sleepy coastal city, are must see destinations for any travelers searching for a taste of Cambodia's South.

GETTING THERE

Traveling from Siem Reap, you will need to head first to Phnom Penh in order to make it to Kampot province. Once in the capital, National Route 3 takes travelers to Kampot, with buses taking about 4 and 5 hours and costing around $5. A private taxi for this same journey will set you back $35, but it will take only 3 hours.
If you are starting off from Sihanoukville, the 80 miles journey to Kampot will take around 1 to 2 hours, with road in a surprisingly good condition. Expect to pay around $30 to $40 for a private taxi. Shared taxi cost $5 per person, and usually carry six or seven passengers. While there are no proper buses currently, there are several Van companies that go between Sihanoukville and Kampot. Kampot Tours and Champa Mekong Tours are the most popular with expats. The trip will cost $5 and take 2 hours. The quiet seaside resort of Kep is about 30 minutes south of Kampot. The trip is only 25 Km and takes between 30 minutes to an hour depending on which type of transport you choose; your options include Reu Mok (around $12 one way), Moto $6, Taxi $20 boat $9.5 and bus $3. More adventurous readers might hire a Motorbike and ride the journey instead. This is quite a popular choice especially in the dry months from November onwards.

WHERE TO STAY

There are numerous places to stay in Kampot, and they can roughly be divided into two distinctive areas. The town centre hosts various accommodations that cater for the budget backpacker to the high-end tourist. For a room with a view, there are several guesthouses that sit on the river just out of town and offer the perfect place to kick back and relax or party, depending on which one you pick. A room with a twin bed and a shared bathroom can go for as low as $6.
Although much smaller, Kep caters for the medium to high-end tourists, with a good choice of hotels and guesthouses, many of which boast pools to help you cool down after a day of sightseeing. Kep's accommodation is quiet spaced out, and while there are some within easy walking distance of the beach, many of the options are clustered on the hill off the Kampot road, which begins at the bus's station. These places deliver excellent sunsets, but the further you go, the more you'll be relying on transport to get you around. Prices start at around $20 a night.

ACTIVITIES

Kampot is home to historic Bokor Mountain, which makes a great day trip by motorbike as the road is now in excellent condition all the way. Kayaking and other water activities are also available and, during high season, a recommended activity is stand up paddleboarding through the mangroves further upstream. Exploring the surrounding countryside is a must when in Kampot and the best way to do this is hiring a motorbike and hitting the roads.
Despite being laid-back and sleepy, Kep is home to a wealth of activities to enjoy. As well as boasting a beach with white sands, there's Kep National Park, boat trips, snorkeling and the famous crab market where visitors can enjoy the town's signature crab and Kampot pepper. Rabbit Island also site off the coast of Kep and is a 20 minustes boat trip away. Other popular activities include Kompong Trach and its caves, which are about 35Km northeast of Kep. The limestone caves can be explored and inside sites a huge reclining Buddha and a small lake, which is perfect for swimming in on a hot day.

FOOD & DRINK

Kampot and Kep may not have the extensive culinary range of Phnom Pen but most tastes are catered for. Fresh seafood is widely available, with crab, prawns, squid and many types of ocean fish caught fresh daily. No visit to Kep complete without a taste of the Kep crab. This blue swimmer crab is specially renowned for its taste in curries. Options abound when it comes tom sampling the gorgeously sweet and meaty crab. Culinary adventures head straight to the Kep crab market, where they can choose the choicest live catches from vendor's  baskets, haggling down the price before paying a few thousand Riel to have them steamed at a nearby stall. This is the cheapest and most interactive crab experience, but visitors looking for a more hassle-free dinner will find it in the homey row of restaurants near the market, which all have crab platters as the highlight of the menu. Served still in the shell often with a thick, peppery sauce, dinners get to dig into each crab, scooping out the flesh in a messy and satisfying culinary experience.

NIGHTLIFE
Kampot is home to several bars, mostly along the town centre, with some of the venue that sit on the river hosting live music at weekends. And while nightlife in Kep is fairly scare, there are a few bars near the crab market that can get quite lively at nighttime.

Coastal Cambodia, Sihanoukville

SIHANOUKVILLE

To escap the Siem Reap's sizzling heat, head down to Sihanoukville, the laidback epicentre of Cambodia. While serendipity Beach's popularity continues to rise among backpackers, the beautiful Otres Beach, south of town, is the ideal spot for a relaxed, family vacation. The southern island are the place to be if you are looking for the tropical paradise vibe.

GETTING THERE

Unfortunately, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville- two of Cambodia's top tourist destinations are on opposite side of the country. Although less than 200 miles apart if you fly, on the road the journey can be as long as 350 miles. Traveling by plane is by far the easiest and safest way to do the journey. Cambodia Angkor Air offers flights four times a week, with one way ticket going for $115 to $150 and roundtrip tickets setting you back up to $300. Flight time is a little under an hour. By the road, the journey on bus or mini-bus almost inescapably entails a stop in Phnom Penh, and usually takes around 12 to 14 hours( including the layover in the capital). Giant bus and Mekong Express are some of the companies that offer this route. Ticket go from $20 to $24. Taxi between Siem Reap and Sihanoukville are also available, costing between $120 and $150. The trip on taxi will take about 10 hours.

WHERE TO STAY

Sihanoukville has a variety of accommodation ranging from a basic fan room at $5 to luxurious suite for $250 a night, with several boutique hotels in the $30-60 range. Most are located either downtown, near the bustling Ochheuteal Beach or at Victory Hill. Otres Beach, which sits about 10 minutes away from town is a popular option for budget travelers seeking peace and quiet, although the area is rapidly changing as more upmarket accommodation and restaurants set up shop there.

ACTIVITIES

Sihanoukville is, without a doubt, the sports capital of Cambodia, with a long list of activities offered to the visitor. Many visit this beach town in search of their scuba diving certification, or to relax with a fishing, snorkeling or standup paddle boarding session, while others go for more action-oriented activities, like Jet skiing and fly board. Countryside tours and trips to the nearby island are a popular recreational option. A great number of fascinating places lie within a 1-2 hour-ride from town. You can visit the small, charming towns of Kompot Province and Kep town. Stueng Hauv, a small fishing community, can be found an hour outside of town. Other day trips include Ream National Park and Tek Chou Waterfall. If you are craving some adrenaline, keep in mind that most of these trips can be done by dirt bike or quad.

FOOD&DRINK

Finding a place to satisfy your cravings for good food and refreshing drinks is never a problem in Sihanoukville. Its numerous expat-owned restaurants have brought many international culinary delights to the city, including French, Russian, Japanese, Korean, and of course, Chinese. Restaurants specializing in local food are also widely available: from fish amok to beef  Lok Lak, finding your favorite Khmer dish will be a piece of cake. Sihanoukville is a fishing town where fresh seafood is brought to the market daily in astonishing variety. Restaurateurs buy fish from the different markets around town and use it in many different dishes, from Amok to fish and chips. Make sure you visit one of the city's many fish markets: you'll find your  favourite seafood, from barracuda and marlin fillets to crabs and squid.

Ta Prohm Temple

Ta Prohm is one of the most impressive temples in Cambodia's Angkor region, presenting the visitor with an intriguing and mystical  picture. Ta Prohm temple built by King Jayavarman VII during the year 1186 A.D. Surrounded by lush jungle, the complex is seized by towering trees that break through the base stone and devour the half-collapsed structures, their thick roots zigzagging through the floor and clambering up the walls.

In 1992, UNESCO awarded the temple World Heritage status. However, Ta Prohm's popularity really spiked in 2001, when the movie "Tom Raider; partially shot at Ta Prohm, showed famous actress Angelina Jolie walking between the temple's iconic tree roots. Ta Prohm is one of the few temples in the Angkor region that has been left much in the same condition that it was found. When the efforts to conserve and restore the temple of Angkor began the early 21st century, Ta Prohm was hand-picked to be left untouched due to its picturesque appearance. In its heyday, it was a vibrant city, home to more than 12,500 people, including high priests and dancers.