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See. Giant Puppet Project See children parade puppets through Siem Reap, supporting art therapy and cultural connection. Angkor Wat Watch sunrise over the largest religious building in the world, a 12th-century Hindu temple. Bayon Explore the Khmer Empire's architectural marvels in Siem Reap. Ta Prohm Explore the Khmer Empire's architectural marvels in Siem Reap.

Eat. Cuisine Wat Damnak Dine at this restaurant in Siem Reap. Spoons Cafe & Restaurant Eat at this atmospheric spot in Siem Reap. Elephant Bar Enjoy a cocktail in this atmospheric spot in Siem Reap.

Stay. Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor Stay or dine at this hotel in Siem Reap.

Atlas ObscuraSep 2, 2026

Giant Puppet Parade in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Being a child in Cambodia is likely to be rough. By many counts, the country is one of the poorest in Asia, leading to high rates of child abandonment and even orphaning. It is also one of the most heavily-landmined countries, a legacy of 20th-century conflicts like the Vietnam War and the Khmer Rouge regime, which means that many children will often have had an amputation or explosion-related…

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 26

For Starry Waters and Tiny Glowing Squids, Head to These Best Places to See Bioluminescence

From the dazzling atolls of the Maldives to Mexican shores via the British Isles, these are the places to add to the bucket list for waters akin to starry skies.

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Lonely PlanetJul 15

The 8 destinations pro travelers say ruin all others

Sometimes a life-changing trip is just as damning as it is magnificent, ruining you for any trip you eventually take. These destinations are worth that sacrifice.

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  • GreeceSightAthens, GreeceDestination that ruins all others.
  • Andes MountainsSightSantiago, ChileHigh mountains for skiing.
  • Laguna del IncaSightSantiago, ChileCrystal blue lagoon below the high Andes.
  • Maipo ValleyNeighborhoodSantiago, ChileBirthplace of Chilean wine.
  • MontanaNeighborhoodHelena, United StatesSummer destination for outdoor adventures.
  • YellowstoneSightGardiner, United StatesNational park in Montana.
  • Yasuní National ParkSightCoca, EcuadorAmazonian Ecuador park that brings visitors to tears.
  • Amazonian EcuadorNeighborhoodCoca, EcuadorEco-lodge with spider monkeys and paddle canoes.
  • El Questro StationSightEl Questro, AustraliaWestern Australia station with reds, greens, waterfalls.
  • Kimberley regionNeighborhoodBroome, AustraliaRegion in Western Australia with stark contrasts.
  • Ngorongoro CraterSightArusha, TanzaniaWorld's largest unbroken volcanic caldera with abundant animals.
  • CambodiaSightPhnom Penh, CambodiaAmazing people, food, and culture.
  • SicilyNeighborhoodPalermo, ItalyBeautiful island with kind people and great views.
  • Aegean SeaSightAthens, Greece
  • Tonlé Sap LakeSightPhnom Penh, Cambodia
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AfarJul 13

The Best Temples, Food, and Things to Do in Siem Reap

No matter how touristy some attractions may be—watching sunrise over Angkor Wat, exploring the Khmer Empire’s architectural marvels of Bayon and Ta Prohm, cruising through floating villages—Siem Reap ...

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  • Angkor WatSightLargest religious building in the world by area
  • BayonAttractionTemple with 216 gargantuan smiling faces
  • Ta ProhmAttractionHalf-swallowed by the jungle, nicknamed "Tomb Raider" Temple
  • Raffles Grand Hotel d’AngkorHotelLuxury art deco hotel opened in 1932
  • Elephant BarBarElegant bar for cocktails, happy hour
  • 1932RestaurantKhmer fine-dining experience at Raffles
  • Banteay KdeiAttractionTemple with similar jungle setting to Ta Prohm
  • Banteay SreiAttractionPink sandstone temple, "jewel of Khmer art"
  • Kampong PhlukSightFloating village on Tonlé Sap lake
  • Psar Chaa (Old Market)MarketOpen-air market with spices, produce, silks, carvings
  • Satcha HandicraftPlace“ We act with audacity and authenticity to give Cambodian handicrafts a new dimension” To create the first Cambodian…
  • Artisans AngkorAttractionPreserving Cambodia's artistry with exceptional craftsmanship, Artisans Angkor in Cambodia offers quality handmade…
  • Cuisine Wat DamnakRestaurantLocally sourced tasting menus, Asia's 50 Best Restaurants
  • Pinak PouRestaurantKhmer fusion menu by Siem Reap native chef
  • Spoons Café & RestaurantRestaurantSustainability-focused social enterprise training students
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