10 Best Cities To Visit In Cambodia 2024 | MUST SEE

Cambodia’s historic beauty is undeniable, yet it is not limited to the well-known Angkor Wat. The entire country also has other ancient sites, breathtaking paradise beaches, magnificent Mother Nature wonders, and tranquil and fascinating metropolitan regions. Without further ado, here are the top 10+ cities to visit in Cambodia.

1. . Phnom Penh – The City with A Legend:

Phnom Penh has been changed after emerging from the bitter ashes of war and leaving the most dramatic and horrifying historical footprints in the Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum under the Polpot regime. The Cambodian capital, which has grown to be one of Southeast Asia’s busiest and most dynamic towns, is home to not just unique buildings on each street and vibrant life on Phsar Thmei market, but also exquisite Buddhist architecture in the form of the magnificent Royal Palace and Wat Phnom. The perfect equilibrium has elevated Phnom Penh to the top of Cambodia’s must-see cities.

2.Siem Reap – The Land of Monuments

Siem Reap, dubbed “the land of monuments,” is recognized for its sophisticated and lively sculptural architectural complex steeped with the ancient beauty of Khmer culture, which includes over 1,000 iconic temples in Cambodia, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm Temple. Coming here, you can enjoy music and art, participate in traditional festivals at the Cambodian Cultural Village, go on pilgrimage to the sacred Kulen Mountain with the thousand Linga River, or explore life on the Tonle Sap River.

3. Kep – The Province with Hidden Beaches

Tranquil, a tree-lined beach featuring the white-sand shores of Kep Beach, make it become a unique beauty when coming to Kep. For those in search of a secluded part of Cambodia, Kep is definitely among the captivating cities to visit in Cambodia. Come and try delicious fresh seafood at the Crab Market and enjoy “forest bathing” through the Kep National Park trip to deep yourself in nature with waterfalls, naughty monkeys on the Stone House, and the Little Buddha.

4. Battambang – The Youngest Deep-water Port City

Sihanoukville, Cambodia’s only and youngest deep-water port city, draws visitors not just for its vast sandy beaches, but also for its diverse ecosystem. Diverse marine life, as well as spectacular natural and pristine islands ranging from Koh Rong Samloem to Koh Ta Kyiv and the Kbal Chhay waterfall. Trekking through the forest in Ream National Park is a fascinating experience for everyone who like mountains and forests. This bustling city will enhance your Cambodian experience.

5. Battambang – The Lush Countryside

Despite being Cambodia’s second most populous city, Battambang’s pace of life appears to slow down a few beats, allowing people to live calmly rather than nervously. However, the city’s calm does not indicate boredom. There are numerous interesting things that you should do at least once: cycling to explore Battambang’s surroundings, kayaking, climbing Sampeau Hill, and riding the “unique” Bamboo Train.

6.Kampong Thom – The Colorful Transportation Hub and The Relaxing City

Lie in southern Cambodia, Kampong Cham ihttps://learnersroom.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/265225794.jpgs not only being important trade, transportation hub but also a place to keep the remaining ancient temples such as Sambo Prei Kuh Temple, Andet Temple, Wat Kuhak Nokor Temple, Prasat Preah Tee Temple, Master Temple Death, Temple of Prasat Kok Rokar. One thing that will make you very surprised about the master’s talent in the construction industry of the Khmer to connect Koh Paen Island, is unbelievable that they can build a kilometer-long bridge with only bamboo and eucalyptus trees.

Although just a stopover to rest after a long drive between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Kampong Thom is such a pleasant and relaxing place for a good starting point from which to explore the countryside and temples of Sambor Prei Kuk, the pre-Angkorian capital Sambor Prei Kuk, the remote temples of Preah Khan and Prasat Preah Vihear. Kampong Thom is one of the cities to visit Tonle Sap Lake in Cambodia

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For those who are seeking a peaceful leisurely place to leave all stress and fatigue behind, Koh Rong is an extremely ideal place for visitors to Cambodia. Possessing a pristine beach, and crystal clear blue sea, any visitor to this island will be “stunned” by its magical beauty. This paradise is like a pearl in the middle of the sea in the Gulf of Thailand, no less compared to the Hawaiian Islands or Phuket with white sand stretching in the iridescent sunshine of the tropics and beautiful emerald green seawater.

9. Kratie – The Little Charming Town

Located in the Northeast of Cambodia, Kratie is suitable for those who love a gentle village space and want to enjoy a little aftertaste of nature, and rivers and immerse themselves in the idyllic rhythm of life. What’s more interesting is that Kratie is also home to the world’s rarest Irrawaddy freshwater dolphins. Traveling by boat or cycling along the Mekong River is also a very interesting experience.

10. Banlung – The Wonderland of Waterfall

Nestled in a remote land of Northern Cambodia, Banlung – the capital of Ratanakiri stands out for its dense ecosystem with waterfalls that gush Katieng Waterfall, Cha Ong Waterfall, Kachang Waterfall, Ou’Sean Lair Waterfall. The most prominent is the Yak Loum volcanic lake which was voted as one of the 15 most beautiful craters in the world. Coming to Banlung, do not miss the Phsar Banlung market with jewelry, carvings, and handmade baskets made by local tribes.

Characterized by a low-lying central plain with a tropical savanna and monsoon climate, the lower Mekong region and the Bassac River Delta are surrounded by mountain ranges to the north, east, southwest, and south that stretch too long coastlines where you find large mangrove swamps, peninsulas, sandbanks and headlands, bays and offshore.

Besides famous names like Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, and Battambang, there are many cities worth a visit in Cambodia such as Kampot, Kep, Banlung, Kratie, Kampong Thom, Kampong Cham, and Koh Kong.

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