Cambodia
Cambodia is an incredible beautiful country with famous breathtaking temples, fertile plains dotted with rice fields, and a history unlike any other. It has so much to offer the international traveler in terms of a rich cultural, natural and historical heritage. Not only are there the world renowned Angkor Wat complex and surrounding temples steeped in history and myths, but also its charming and pleasant capital Phnom Penh. For those who enjoy relaxing on tropical beaches Cambodia undoubtedly offers some of the most beautiful unspoiled beaches in the world. Offshore lie coral islands and exotic fish while inland indigenous flora and fauna, waterfalls and tropical forests all await discovery. Cambodia assaults the senses leaving memories of a once mighty country that stay in the mind undiminished by the passage of time.
" Visiting Cambodia is exploring a Kingdom that will cast a magical spell to its visitors "
Without a doubt, with its inherited wealth, Cambodia has enormous potential for tourism, either as an exclusive single destination or part of a tour of the Mekong region.
The sights and sounds of a unique land with a tragic past captivate more and more people every year and offer a genuine experience for all who are fortunate enough to discover Cambodia. In recent years, the infrastructures of the tourism have been improved tremendously with the emergence of the international standard facilities such as world’s renewed hotels’ chains, various international flights, easy communication transportation and high quality services.
Cambodia is generally described as a conservative and traditionalist country. Most travelers are fascinated by the warmth and kindness of the Cambodian people. Besides the famous site of Angkor, one can discover amazing islands, lost temples, areas still little explored and ethnic groups firmly attached to their traditions.
Highlights:
Cambodia is surrounded by Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. Its area is of 181 035 km2 and its sea border, 443 km long, overlooking the Gulf of Thailand.
It has three large mountain ranges: the Elephant Mountains to the south, the Cardamom Mountains to the west and the Annamite Cordillera to the east.
- Information Cambodia -
Capital : Phnom Penh
Time Zone :UTC +7
Dial Code : +855
Currency : Riel (KHR)
Population : 16 million
Main Airports : Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville
Language : Khmer