Cambodia
Pearl of Asia. The country of the legendary Angkor Wat, which even has a symbol on its flag... Its capital and largest city is Phnom Penh. Buddhism is recognized as the official state religion in the constitution. The majority of the population has adopted this religion. Many religious buildings were built during the Khmer empire. Angkor Wat is the most famous of these structures and has been listed as a World Heritage Site.
The Secrets of Angkor Wat Unveiled: An Enchanting Sunrise Journey, Angkor Wat’ın Sırları Açıklaniyor
Transportation and Visa to Cambodia
I went to Cambodia via Thailand. Since it is located in the temple district and Angkor Wat Siem Reap city, I flew directly to this city. You can get the visa online as an e-visa or at the airport. Upon entry to Cambodia, they issue a 30-day visa for 37 dollars at the airport. The attitude towards tourists is very positive, as the public generates income from tourism to a large extent.
Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap
Siem Reap is the most visited Cambodia city by tourists due to its archaeological wealth, Angkor Wat and touristic activations. Entrance fees to the Angkor temple site vary between 1.3 and 7 days. There is a fee of 20 dollars for 1 day and 40 dollars for 3 days. I'm not saying 1 week because 3 days is enough time to visit all the temples. I bought a 3-day admission ticket. if you wake up early, you can catch the chance to see and photograph the sunrise and the magnificent composition of Angkor Wat.
The most known temples at Angkor Archaeological Site are:
Angkor Wat
Angkor Thom
Bayon Temple
Ta Prohm Temple
Banteay Srei
Preah Khan
While visiting this region, you will encounter magnificent stone workmanship. If you get tired of walking, it is possible to rent a tuktuk inside. You can see plenty of elephants during the tour. The trees surrounding or sitting on the temple can give you good photo opportunities. Angkor city Wat means temple in Khmer language.
The Khmer Empire ruled over this region for more than 600 centuries. Angkor Wat, Khmer King II. It was built by Suryavarman in the 12th century. It is one of the most important examples of Khmer architecture and is the symbol of Cambodia. This temple is symbolized on the Cambodian flag. While this temple was a Hindu temple, it was converted into a Buddhist temple in the 13th century. On the surfaces of this Temple and other temples, there are thousands of reliefs consisting of stone statues and scenes from Indian mythology, animal and human figures, relief friezes on columns.
This temple area and Angkor Wat are one of the 5 important places that every person should see in their life. I strongly recommend visiting.
Sihanoukville
After the Siem Reap adventure, I chose Sihanoukville as my destination. It is a coastal area heavily visited by tourists in this region. I traveled here from Siem Reap by night bus. You don't see anything in the dark when you go, but you save time by sleeping. where the seats are, you have to sleep with a person you don't know before on something like 80cm wide bed. Now whoever gets lucky... Prices are very cheap in this coastal area, as in other parts of the country. You can find at least 5 Turkish restaurants on the most famous street that has restaurants on its right and left and goes down to the beach. There is an active life day and night. There are parties at the beach every night. You can hang out with someone and have a good time all night.
