Articles - Siem Reap

The Temples of Angkor Wat

Encompassing over 400 square kilometers in Cambodia, the Angkor Archaeological Park contains the remains of temples and buildings from the Khmer empire that date as far back as the 9th century. The park was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the 1990’s and is now the most visited spot in Cambodia.  The ruins are about 20 miles outside of Seim Reap. To get to the park from the city, you can hire a driver for $25-$50 for a day or get a ride on a tuk-tuk or moto-taxi for around $15... [Read the full story]

Visiting Siem Reap on a Budget

Seim Reap is the gateway city to Angkor Wat and the beautiful temples found there. Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia and Siem Reap is now one of the most visited spots in Cambodia. With the tourists have come growth and modernity and the city is now a study in contrasts between the old and new. Getting in and Around Siem Reap – Angkor International Airport is the country’s main airport and is less than 15 minutes from the city. A taxi to the city... [Read the full story]