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The Angkor National Museum is the first
and only museum in Siem Reap, the home of one of the
world's great wonders, Angkor Wat. The aim of the Angkor
National Museum is to amass a collection of invaluable
objects d'art from the ancient Khmer Kingdom.
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| A unique, sprawling cultural attraction in SiemReap
intended to introduce the visitor to Cambodian culture
and history.The village has an assembly of all the miniatures
of famous historical buildings and structures, local
customs and practices of all races. Interesting wax museum
features scenes and figures from history. |
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| Drive to the boat departure point at Chong Khneas for
the canal cruise to view the floating village and out
onto Tonle Sap Lake. Turning south, the trip takes you
past the shoreline of mangrove trees and pass fishing
boats out on the lake. You can stop in the mangroves
to have a relaxed light picnic lunch aboard the boat
then cruise again the canals to visit Kompong Pluk village. |
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| At just about 42km north of Siem Reap Town, many visitors
combine a visit to Phnom Kulen with a trip to the pink
sandstone temple of Banteay Srei. On either side of the
mountain, tall waterfalls crash down the mountain; clean
and cool waters provide a wonderful place for tourists.
Carvings of Brahmin Yonis and lingas can be seen etched
into the riverbed. |
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| During the day, elephants await customers near Bayon
or at the South Gate of Angkor Thom. In the evenings,
elephants are stationed at the base of Phnom Bakheng,
ready to transport riders up the hill for sunset. Between
$10-$15 for a twenty minute ride. |
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| Experience the dance and music styles
of a Khmer dance performance. Discover the history and
legends of the Kingdom through various types of popular
and classical dances performed by the Apsara Ballet troupe
at Angkor Hotel. Step back in time to the courts of the
Angkorian Kings and wonder at the magnificence of the
traditionally styled performers' costumes. |
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