Best things to do in Cambodia with kids Explore the Temples of Angkor or Beng Melea The Temples of Angkor, including the iconic Angkor Wat, offer a fascinating historical and cultural experience. Exploring these ancient temples together with your family will be like stepping back in time. Kids will be amazed by the grandeur and intricate...
LEARN THE CORRECT GESTURES Khmers greet one another with a sompiah, holding both hands together and bowing slightly. To show more respect, move your hands higher and bow lower. Keep your palm down when beckoning someone towards you. DRESS APPROPRIATELY While shorts and a singlet are acceptable clothing at the beach they are not...
DOs In Cambodia Ask for permission before taking photographs of any Cambodian people or monks. It is customary to remove your shoes when entering a place of worship such as a pagoda or temple. Additionally, visitors should dress appropriately when inside a religious site (upper arms and legs should be covered, hats removed). It is respectful to...
Exploring the Wonders of Longvek & Oudong (Maps, History, Highlights, & More) Published on: March 10, 2024 | Last Updated on: March 14, 2024 by Rodney Charles LHuillier Located 40km north of Phnom Penh on the west bank of the Tonle Sap River at the confluence of Kandal, Kampong Chhnang, and Kampong Speu is the...
A wonderful story from the early 1900s of a young Cambodian girl’s dream to join what we know today as the Royal Ballet of Cambodia. At that time, under King Sisowath, French records note the dance troupe consisting of around 100-120 girls including lead dancers, subjects, and students. This particular story and imagery comes from The Illustrated...