Information about Cambodia
Cambodia is a magical place. A land of treasures: it boasts ancient temples still buried in the jungle, hill tribes settled in remote areas, coloured pagodas, elegant French-colonial homes and its people are welcoming, friendly and gentle. Angkor, the famous ‘lost city’ of the Khmers and
Cambodia’s main tourist attraction, is without doubt amongst the most awesome and stunning creations of mankind. A visit to Cambodia is a challenging experience, reconciling the spectacle of Angkor, with the tragedy of the country’s recent past. But it’s an experience you will never forget
WHEN TO GO
Cambodia is hot all year round with average temperatures ranging from 20-30°C. From May to October the country experiences heavy rainfall and temperatures soar. The most pleasant time to visit is between November and March when temperatures tend to be cooler.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Rice and fish form the basis of most Cambodian dishes with coriander, mint and lemongrass used for flavouring. Local specialities include curries and noodle soups. One of the easiest and most affordable ways to acquaint yourself with Khmer cooking is to wander into the food stalls found in the markets and sample each dish before deciding what to eat. In Phnom Penh you also have the choice of excellent Chinese, Vietnamese and French cooking.
FESTIVALS
BOM OM TUK (NOV) This is Cambodia’s most important and biggest festival. Celebrating the end of the wet season, this festival is well worth catching and draws thousands of people to the riverbanks to watch longboat races, fireworks and a lighted flotilla of boats under the full moon. Further Information Visit the Tourism of Cambodia website on www.tourismcambodia.com
Cambodia’s main tourist attraction, is without doubt amongst the most awesome and stunning creations of mankind. A visit to Cambodia is a challenging experience, reconciling the spectacle of Angkor, with the tragedy of the country’s recent past. But it’s an experience you will never forget
WHEN TO GO
Cambodia is hot all year round with average temperatures ranging from 20-30°C. From May to October the country experiences heavy rainfall and temperatures soar. The most pleasant time to visit is between November and March when temperatures tend to be cooler.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Rice and fish form the basis of most Cambodian dishes with coriander, mint and lemongrass used for flavouring. Local specialities include curries and noodle soups. One of the easiest and most affordable ways to acquaint yourself with Khmer cooking is to wander into the food stalls found in the markets and sample each dish before deciding what to eat. In Phnom Penh you also have the choice of excellent Chinese, Vietnamese and French cooking.
FESTIVALS
BOM OM TUK (NOV) This is Cambodia’s most important and biggest festival. Celebrating the end of the wet season, this festival is well worth catching and draws thousands of people to the riverbanks to watch longboat races, fireworks and a lighted flotilla of boats under the full moon. Further Information Visit the Tourism of Cambodia website on www.tourismcambodia.com
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