Kampong Phluk, Siem Reap

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 ...

Floating village on Tonlé Sap lake

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