The Kingdom of Cambodia remains one of Asia's most enthralling destinations. A country deeply enriched in its history and culture, it never fails to impress even the most seasoned traveller.
From the deserted beaches on the Gulf of Thailand, to the exotic senses generated during a visit to Phnom Penh, from the deep jungles and minorities of the northwest, to the final mystique and grandeur of the Angkorean period in all its glory, Cambodia is a land of warm, enigmatic people maintaining the richness of their culture for the world to see.
Cambodia hosts one of the greatest archaeological sites in Asia and, arguably, one of the world's most impressive travel highlights. The Angkor complex is a 100,000-acre forested area with the remains of different Khmer monuments and hidden secrets of long forgotten empires. Once home to the largest civilisation in the East, her colossal statues emerge from the tropical jungle where whole temples are slowly being moved by strangling roots; it is difficult to believe that this vast empire was isolated from the outside world for so long. The most famous is Angkor Wat, said to be the world's largest religious monument and a glorious site at sunrise.
Although Angkor is a destination not to be missed, this is by no means all that Cambodia has to offer. You cannot help but be enchanted by strong French colonial roots and the true Asian hospitality of the capital, Phnom Penh. This utopian atmosphere is complemented by bustling scooters, Russian markets and a wonderful choice of delicious cuisine to tempt your palette.
The kingdom of Cambodia has much to offer the inquisitive traveller, from the vibrant city of Phnom Penh, home to the sparkling Silver Pagoda and notorious nearby Killing Fields to the vast temple complex of Angkor Wat, one of the ancient wonders of the world.
In spite of their past suffering in a turbulent civil war, the people are warm and hospitable and illustrate that the Kingdom of Cambodia is a true pioneer by showing the world how to overcome trauma with peace.