Visiting Cambodia is unlike visiting other countries. We’re talking about a third world country that struggles economically, has a deep, poignant, and yet painful history—and also sets much store by their religion, Buddhism. It’s not the kind of country to visit if you’re only looking for a good time. You can definitely enjoy yourself there, but you should also leave room for reverence and culture appreciation. For this reason, here’s why Siem Reap is definitely the place to go to while you’re there.
The Best Temples are There
As we mentioned, Cambodia is a super religious country, and so in order to get the real experience, you should probably visit some temples while you’re there. Siem Reap has hands down the most important temples in Cambodia, which is why you should certainly spend a lot of time there. Angkor Wat is the most popular temple there, and people especially love waking up at the crack of dawn to observe the temple at sunrise.
Beautiful Mountains
Siem Reap also has the very best mountain ranges in Cambodia. Unfortunately, the rest of the country is mostly flat and doesn’t have too much to write home about as far as natural beauty, so Siem Reap is your best bet if you want some Insta-worthy pictures.