Don’t listen to what they say. Go see. Something similar I would suggest to you when you plan a trip to Cambodia.
Cambodia is famous for historical sites, scenic beauty, and people with a bright wide welcoming smile on their countenance. Cambodia provides you with a number of things to do for a perfect trip.
Here is the list of 7 interesting things to do in Cambodia:
1. Explore Cambodia on a bike
Traveling in the midst of beauty in the car is certainly not a good idea. Ride a bike to feel the breeze gently touching your face and entangling your tresses. Inhaling in the freshness of the serene place. It is an easy and convenient way for sightseeing and surpassing all the traffic chaos. You can make use of Husqvarna motorcycles while exploring the country.
Read more: 8 Most Important Do’s & Dont’s of Traveling alone
2. Try some Cambodian specialty in food and drinks
Cambodia serves you a platter full of variety, they don’t believe in usual staple food. A popular breakfast dish is k’tieu, a noodle soup prepared with pork, beef, or seafood. There are many other options you can try for breakfast.
For lunch and dinner, the most well-known preparation is amok, a curry made with coconut milk and served with milk. It is not very spicy food on the list. For desserts try some sweetmeat, a blended fruit drink.
When it comes to sipping some alcoholic drink, two most popular beers – Anchor and Angkor should be tried. They both are light and domestic. Wine like Angry Orchard and The Dimple Pinch Scotch are imported too.
3. Long Set Beach, Koh Rong
Are you looking for a place away from the real world where you can connect with yourself more? Koh Rong Sanloem Island is one of those places that you shouldn’t miss. Its pristine beauty is still untouched by tourism. White sand and clear blue water will make your stay here longer. Watch for different birds and animals that are rarely visible in daily life. This is the place where you can be at peace and listen to your thoughts. It is away from city chaos with limited electricity and wifi supply which makes it rustic and close to nature.
Location: Koh Rong, Cambodia
4. Shopping in Cambodia
Want to shop? Yes. Confused about where to shop from? Here are a few shopping sites scooped up for you:
- Daughters of Cambodia:
If you are interested in fashion accessories made from natural dyes and eco-friendly cotton then you are at the right place. It is an NGO dedicated to providing support to the victims of sex trafficking and prostitution.
Things to shop: Bags, Clothes, and Accessories
- Samatoa:
If you want to buy some silk and cotton fabrics for yourself or your loved ones, you need to check Samota. It is a store that provides a unique blend of cotton and silk with lotus fibers. Natural fibers of plants such as lotus and banana are used to soften the texture of silk and cotton, sounds amazing!
Things to shop: Clothing made from plant fiber blend.
- Theam’s House:
The beautiful store is owned by Cambodian designer and artist who goes by the name Theam. His store features many traditional artifacts. The beautiful antique pieces can be bought as decorative items for your living area.
Things to shop: Lacquer creations and artwork.
- Angkor Night Market:
The market has different stalls that offer a variety of beautiful art pieces. It has nightclubs and bars too where you can enjoy live performances by talented actors. Do try fish massage, it is super relaxing.
Things to shop: Souvenirs, silk, handicraft
5. Visit Ta Prohm
Prohm is a most scenic temple located in the Angkor region. It is built in traditional Khmer style in the midst of trees and jungle. During 1992 this temple was declared as UNESCO world heritage sites. The temple can be visited from 5 am to 6 pm every day.
6. Scuba Diving
Cambodia is famous for scuba diving. You need to try this and experience marine life and rich presence of coral reefs. It provides unlimited entertainment to diving enthusiast all through the year. I would call it a lifetime experience.
You can also have this experience in Australia. There are many options such as Queensland, Tangalooma Wrecks.
While traveling in Australia, don’t forget to carry a roof basket on your car. It will keep your luggage protected.
Location – Koh Rong, Koh Rong Saloem, Koh Kon, Koh Tang and Koh Prins islands.
Preferable Season: All through the year; diving is open for tourists.
Read more: 13 Best Scuba Diving Places in Asia
7. Visit War Museum
Visiting a museum may sound like a boring idea to you? But actually, it is the most interesting place to visit as it gives a detailed picture of a particular place and its history. It transports you back in the time and introduces to you the wars fought. This museum as the name suggests tells the tale of war and sacrifice. The interesting thing is that many soldiers who once served in the war are the guides here. You actually get a first-hand experience of the Cambodian war history with a preserved collection of jet fighter plane, helicopters, artillery, and other models.
Final Thoughts!
Cambodia is a land of culture and beauty. I hope this article proves helpful to you in planning your trip to Cambodia. If you explore any new places except these, do share with us and other readers. Travel and explore to the fullest!
Rebecca has been closely studying the travel industry trends from quite some time. Intrigued by the booming growth of this sector, she takes interest in penning down her views providing quality insight on current travel trends and also likes to write about food and beverages, particularly wine.
Other Great Destinations in Southeast Asia:
Cambodia | Malaysia | Philippines (Bohol / Fortune Island)
Singapore | Thailand (Bangkok / Krabi) | Vietnam
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We loved Cambodia when we visited in March. The sites and history mindblowing, the kindness of the people was inspiring and the food so delicious. Thank you for sharing.
The food looks amazing and the sites to visit are historic. I can’t wait to visit and enjoy all I see here.
This is on my must visit places in this lifetime. I love everything I read about Cambodia. Girl, you have been everywhere. Time to visit Africa. 🙂
Ugh this is just amother trip to add to my list ? I want to travel so badly but I just don’t have the money. Maybe one day ? for now, I’ll just stick with reading travel blogs ?
That picture of that tree at the temple took my breath away
This is one place I’d like to visit soon. Thanks for the guide.
Cambodia is truly one of the great place to travel. Foods are divine, lots of beautiful places surrounds it. And it’s cheaper to travel.
I have seen that temple picture on Twitter and the food looks like Indian. Very tempting pictures 🙂
I just talked to a member of the Tae Kwon Do club I belong to who said she went to Cambodia to study a little bit. I would love to visit this Southeast Asian country for the food! I love trying food from that region!
Never been to Cambodia, but it sure sounds like an awesome trip.
I have never been one to travel. But my best friend does it all the time and she’s gone to Cambodia and loved it
I haven’t been to Cambodia yet but thank you for this list. I will surely bookmark this.
Wow this looks like an amazing trip!
Soo cool! The bike, the food, the beautiful sights! Ahhh I wanna go!
Yes x 100! I’d love to see Cambodia one day, but posts always seem to cover the same sights. The beach sounds wonderful, and so does all that yummy Cambodian food. Hope to visit one day soon.
This is a well detailed guide for someone who is traveling to Cambodia for the first time, to be sincere this is the first time I Am hearing about the place. If I ever found myself there, I would love to shop at the Samatoa because I love fabrics a lot and I would like to go back with something that shows I actually went to such a place.
Really awesome tips…i always start and end with the food as a foodie…I love trying food from different cultures
Shopping and food are my go to’s. Great pictures.
I definitely agree with you about Cambodian food and drink . So yummy ! Thanks for sharing ! 🙂
It all looks so much fun and the food looks amazing!
I would really like to do all 7 things in Cambodia, it looks like an amazing place to visit <3 I never heard of it before, Thanks to your post to show us this amazing place in the world!
We have often thought of Cambodia when making our travel plans. This post may have pushed us further in that direction. We are always looking for destinations that veer from the norm.
Cambodia looks lovely. I would love to visit Ta Prohm-it looks so cool!! Great photos and insight!