Siem Reap Holiday
About Siem Reap
In the northwest of Cambodia’s verdant landscape, lies the wonderful city of Siem Reap, home to the famous temples of Angkor Wat. Formerly a cluster of fishing villages gathered along the banks of the Siem Reap River, Siem Reap is now Cambodia’s fastest growing city, flourishing with a hive of new activity. Its growing popularity as a holiday destination has allowed development to create an exciting backdrop of colonial and Chinese style architecture blended with modern hotels and luxury amenities. The atmosphere around the city is vibrant and colourful and deals an exciting melange of ancient custom and contemporary growth, giving your holiday in Siem Reap a versatile edge.
Siem Reap History & Culture
Siem Reap is set in the luxurious surroundings of opulent paddies, silk farms, lakes and beautiful open countryside. Although enjoying a tourist boom, Siem Reap is very much a place charmed by a race of people still living by ancient tradition. The markets and stalls in the streets carry home made wares of traditional food, arts and crafts and the people are open and welcoming. The city has a full and absorbing history and alongside the magnificent Temple complex of Angkor Wat, there are many sites to visit to unravel Siem Reap’s troubled past. The enchanting city of Siem Reap is vibrant with authentic Cambodian living; colourful and animated, and your holidays here will be an experience to remember for years to come.
Siem Reap - Places of Interest
Perfect for sightseeing holidyas, Siem Reap deals an opulent wealth of culture to its visitors. By far the most popular attraction to Siem Reap is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Archaeological Park. Amongst the historic relics of the ancient Khmer civilization are the truly amazing Temples of Angkor Wat. Completely unspoilt by development, a walk around this ancient site is both humbling and awe inspiring. Amongst the surrounding natural countryside you will find many beautiful national parks and sanctuaries where you can enjoy Cambodia’s wonderful wildlife blossoming in the tropical climate. With monuments and museums, flea markets and stalls, the cultural mix in Siem Reap is striking and the city promises holidays of exciting discovery.
The cultural centre of Siem Reap is excellent for sightseeing holidays; from the mystifying remains at the Angkor Archaeological Park, the charming rusticity of the Psar Chaa flea market or the museums of war and bloodshed. You may wish to take a tour on the Tonle Sap Lake and see the floating villages and markets there or be entertained by a traditional Aspara dance performance. Wildlife is abundant around Siem Reap and amongst the parks and countryside there is a wonderful bird sanctuary and exciting crocodile farm. There is much to be discovered in Siem Reap’s captivating city and the Cambodians welcome you to enjoy your holidays in their wonderful land.
Siem Reap Holiday Weather & Climate
The climate in Siem Reap, though characterised by tropical hot and humid conditions, can be divided into four monsoon governed seasons across the year. The four seasons are:
June-August: Hot and wet with temperatures in the mid-upper 30s.
September-October: Cool and wet with temperatures in the low-mid 30s.
November-February: Cool and dry with temperatures in the mid 20s.
March-May: Hot and dry with temperatures in the mid-upper 30s.
Holidays in Siem Reap, with careful planning, need not be spoiled by the weather. The monsoon period covers two seasons and runs from June-October and though showers are often heavy, they can be predictable and usually only occur for 1-3 hours during the afternoons.
Our Bestselling Siem Reap Hotels
- Holiday at the Angkor Hotel Siem Reap
- Holiday at the Borei Angkor Hotel Siem Reap
- Holiday at the Angkor Palace Hotel Siem Reap
- Holiday at the Angkor Centur y Hotel Siem Reap
- Holiday at the Empress Angkor Hotel Siem Reap
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