Transportation
aircraft
There are direct flights between Siem Reap and Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Taipei, Guangzhou, Chengdu and other places. You can also take a flight to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, and then take a long-distance bus by land or a speedboat to Siem Reap by water. Siem Reap is small and close to the airport. It takes about 30 minutes to drive there.
Of course, Siem Reap, as a tourist city, also provides airport shuttle services, 24-hour order pick-up, special car transfer, and a variety of vehicle models to meet travel needs.
car
The bus routes between Siem Reap and other regions and cities are operated by a number of car companies. These buses usually stop at the long-distance bus station 3 kilometers east of the city center. There are buses to Phnom Penh, Poipet, Battambang, and There are international buses to Bangkok in Thailand and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. However, since the station is far away from the city center, tourists are not recommended to go and buy tickets by themselves.
Steamship
The Siem Reap Water Transport Terminal is located in Chong Kneas near Rong Temple, about 10 kilometers from the city. Please book a hotel to come and pick you up. The boat fare to Phnom Penh is US$35 and it takes 5-6 hours. It is obviously much more expensive than land transportation, and it takes a long time and is not cost-effective. But if you have enough time and want to enjoy the scenery along the Tonle Sap River and the largest natural lake in Cambodia, Tonle Sap, you can choose water transportation. During the rainy season from June to November, there are large ships that are comfortable to ride; in the dry season, the water level is low, and only small boats operate, and the journey may be more painful. In addition, the specific shipping time and fare is best to consult the booking travel agency or the hotel reception in advance, the ticket price and departure time vary with the seasons.
Angkor Wat tour route
Going to Siem Reap is mainly to see the architecture of Angkor and touch the Khmer culture. The tour route based on the "circle" as the unit summarized by the pioneers is of great reference value, which can ensure that you have a limited time. As far as possible, the essence of Angkor was collected in one go. Therefore, it is recommended that you can arrange it according to the usual one-day small circle, one day large circle, one day outer circle, and one day maneuvering (which point in the small circle or the big circle is of special interest and can be arranged again).
During the tour, don't use the check-in method to watch. This will give you a hurry to prove that you have been there, instead of the calmness to watch it with your heart.
The small circle mainly looks at-Little Angkor (the famous sunrise), Big Angkor (also known as the Angkor Thong King City, which contains the Khmer Smiling Bayon Temple, etc.), Ta Keo Temple (the Chinese government participated in the maintenance), Tabu Ryuuji (the location of Tomb Raider);
The big circle is mainly to see-Holy Sword Temple, Longpan Pool, Dongmei Ben, Bili Temple, Royal Baths, Cardamom Temple, Banteay Corti Temple, etc.;
The outer circle is mainly to see-the Royal Palace, Beng Meile, Bakong Temple, Shenniu Temple and so on.
Except for Angkor Wat, other popular places
- Angkor Wat National Museum
If you want to quickly understand the history of a country, the museum is undoubtedly the best choice. The eight exhibition halls of the Angkor Wat National Museum contain a variety of architectural and artistic treasures from the Angkor period, and multimedia technology shows Angkor from all angles. The history, culture and life of the period. The museum can book tickets online. Tickets are issued quickly and the time is free to choose. It only takes about 10 minutes from the city to the museum. The key is that it is cheaper than buying tickets on the spot.
- Angkor Wat Siem Reap large-scale epic show "Angkor's Smile"
"Angkor's Smile" uses modern sound and light technology, combined with traditional Khmer song and dance, to describe the history of the Angkor dynasty and the historical allusions carved on the walls of monuments to the audience. The selection is magnificent, with a huge lineup, and wonderful content. It was co-edited by Chinese and Cambodian artists. It condensed all the essence of the Angkor Dynasty and presented a magical multidimensional space. It was praised by the audience as "Cambodia's Living Museum of Culture and Art". The Cambodian government awarded the "Cambodia Tourism Special Contribution Award" and was awarded the "Cultural Export Key Project" by the Chinese government.
What are the specialties in Siem Reap
Traditional Cambodian cuisine, you can choose chicken, fish or other main ingredients. The method is to use coconut milk, add spices, and then add the main ingredients to cook. Generally, coconut shells are used as containers for vegetables, which are very local. [Siem Reap cuisine] Cambodian hot pot is similar to Chinese small hot pot, a small pot of soup, a plate of beef, a plate of fresh vegetables (including a few slices of bananas/plantains), a plate of transparent buns, and a dish of dipping sauce. . Put the meat slices into the hot pot, dip 2 small round cakes in water and place them on an empty plate. At this time, the meat is also cooked, put it on the cake, and then put the fresh vegetables. At this time, the cake is also soft. Roll it up and dip it in the seasoning. . Next, let’s take a look at the Internet celebrity restaurants in the hearts of locals.
- KhmerKitchenRestaurant (Khmer Kitchen Restaurant)
When some restaurants abandon their own style in order to cater to the tastes of tourists, Khmer Kitchen Restaurant still cooks their dishes in an authentic way. The location of the restaurant is very good.. Right in the city center, within walking distance to the bar street. Must try Cambodian BBQ and Amok. You will find delicious Khmer and Thai dishes here. Pumpkin Coconut Soup is like syrup, and there are excellent curry tofu and vegetarian food. Recent clients include a certain MickJagger, if you don’t want to line up for a long time, go early.
2.Amok
Amok and KnmerKithchen are in the same alley. Amok is small but full of personality. The specialty is Khmer cuisine, which is not surprising, because its name is [Siem Reap Cuisine] Cambodian famous dishes.
3.Blue Pumpkin
The vegetation, wicker chairs and teak umbrellas in the open-air dining area in front of the Blue Pumpkin restaurant exude a relaxed atmosphere, while the upstairs is all white furniture and bed-style seats, simple and stylish. The menu includes snacks, delicious sandwiches and milkshakes, as well as fresh pies and ice cream.
4.Arun Restaurant and Guest House
ArunRestaurant is one of the oldest and best Cambodian restaurants in town, and there is no tour group that is often found in other restaurants.
As for cheap Khmer dishes, PsarChaa Market has many foods on display, and more on the menu. The atmosphere is lively, and you can taste local dishes at local prices. You can also ask motorbike drivers to recommend the best small restaurants, so they can know where to eat cheaply.
5.EcstaticPizza
EcstaticPizza (tel: 011-928531; PsarChaaarea, pizza starting from US$4). You must eat the kind of "happy" pizza sprinkled with special seasonings. You can deliver meals to hotels and hotels for free.
- Koulen II Lychee Restaurant, a restaurant recommended by many tourists
Koulen II Lychee Restaurant has more than ten years of experience in the catering business. It is one of the most popular buffet restaurants in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It serves traditional Khmer, Chinese and Western cuisines as a set lunch. In the evening, it offers buffets and dance performances. It is warm and friendly. The service provides each customer with the enthusiasm of traditional Khmer style.
The fairy dance is unique to Cambodia, while the court dance originated from India and Java. Most of the dance scenes come from the Indian epic "Ramayan" that became Reamker in Cambodia. Apsara, the fairy of Abu Saro, is the beautiful creation of the gods and Asuras in the process of stirring the sea of milk together. It is the Angkor Temple. soul.
