The Diary Game Season 3,Siem Reap, Cambodia, apart from Angkor Wat, what else can you play
So many cities, why choose Siem Reap
Hello siem reap
Many people ask why they went to Cambodia
Poor and broken there
but
There are some roads that can't be walked in high heels
There is some air that you can't smell with perfume
There are some people who will never meet in an office building
...
There is ordinary and simple Siem Reap
Angkor Wat, one of the seven largest sites in the world
Have a mysterious millennium smile
And the breathtaking sunrise
And ships coming and going
And the house floating on the lake
...
Just these elements
It's attractive enough to explore
Hello there! The solemn, mysterious and vicissitudes of Siem Reap
Introduction to Siem Reap
Siem Reap is the capital of Siem Reap Province in Cambodia. The historic sites of Angkor Wat and Angkor are located in the northern suburbs of Siem Reap. The Siem Reap River flows through the city of Siem Reap. There are many star hotels on both sides of the river. Siem Reap has a population of approximately 140,000, most of whom believe in Buddhism. Compared with the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh, this small city is quiet and unremarkable. What attracts travelers from all over the world to Siem Reap is Angkor Wat, which is listed as a World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. When you first saw Beng Meile, a temple that has not been fully excavated and renovated, you can fully appreciate the surprise and shock of the French when he discovered Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is the collective name for the group of Angkor monuments. It is a complete city composed of palaces, temples, gardens, and castles. It is the capital of the ancient Khmer Kingdom.
Preparation before departure
Credentials: passport, ID card, 2-inch color photo with white background. For safety reasons, it is recommended to bring two copies of the passport front page, ID card, and visa page with you in case you need it.
Communication: mobile phone card, power bank. The mobile phone card can be bought in advance and taken to Cambodia, and the power bank can't exceed 2W milliampere.
Currency: The local currency in Cambodia is mainly US dollars, which can be exchanged and taken or exchanged locally.
Dressing: Cambodia has a tropical climate and you can wear summer clothes. If you plan to watch the sunrise, you need to bring a light coat.
Cosmeceuticals: cold medicine, mosquito repellent, heatstroke prevention medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, sunscreen, post-sun repair, etc.
Emergency contact
Tourist Police: Tel 012-969991 (Siem Reap).
Phnom Penh 24-hour police call: 366841, 012-999999.
Phnom Penh ambulance service: 724891, 426948, 012-808915
Police 117, Fire 118, First Aid 119.
Chinese Embassy in Cambodia: 156 Mao Zedong Avenue, Phnom Penh
Tel: 00855-23-12810928, fax: 23-364738.
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 coach by land or a speedboat to Siem Reap by water. Siem Reap is very 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 pick-up, and a variety of models to choose from, which can meet the 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 a 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 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. There are large ships during the rainy season from June to November, and the ride is comfortable; 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 are best to consult the booking travel agency or the hotel front desk in advance. The ticket price and departure time vary with 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, so as to ensure that you have a limited time. Inside as much as possible to collect the essence of Angkor in one go. Therefore, it is recommended that you can arrange it according to the usual one day small circle, one day big circle, one day outer circle, one day maneuvering (which point in the small circle or the big circle is particularly interesting, you can arrange to visit 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 Smile Bayon Temple, etc.), Ta Keo Temple (the Chinese government participated in the maintenance), Tabu Ryuuji (the location of the 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-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. Tickets can be booked online for museums. Tickets are issued quickly and 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 biscuits, and a plate of dipping sauce. . Put the meat slices in 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 on the cakes, and then put fresh vegetables. At this time, the cakes are also soft. Roll up and dip them 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 queue 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.
