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Angkor Discovery 4 days 3 nights
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Cambodia - Angkor, Siem Reap
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Day 1: Arrival Siem Reap: Roluos Group – Ta Prohm – Angkor Thom (B,,D)
After you arrived in Siem Reap, you will be pick-up and welcomed by our guide and driver.Then , we begin the temples visit by traveldivng back in time and visit one of the early capitals of Angkor era the Hariharalaya, commonly known as Roluos Group.
Start with Lolei, the brick temple originally built on an island in the center of baray or reservoir. Then continue to Preah Ko – the sacred cow named in honor of Nandin – the Shiva’s mount. This temple was plaster coated and painted and still visible at the back of the towers. We then visit Bakong, one of the mountain temple, which later became architectural signature of Khmer kings.
Next destination to visit is Ta Prohm, which was slowly swallowed by jungle. The root of giant trees growing over the temple, man first conquered jungle to build but nature later reclaimed its territory back. It is the movement that is not measured by days but by centuries.
Then, you will continue exploring the mysterious Royal city of Angkor Thom. The 54tower temple of Bayon is an awesome sight with hundreds of smiling faces of Avalokiteshvara. Then visit to the surroundings of the complex including the Baphuon, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace and Royal Palace.
After all , you will enjoy the most interesting show in Siem Reap is Apsara Dance show and stay the night in Siem Reap.
Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap 17000, Cambodia
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Day 2: Siem Reap: Angkor Wat – Angkor Thom (B,L,)
After breakfast at hotel, you will visit the masterpiece of Khmer architecture Angkor Wat. With extraordinary carving on its bas redivefs, this motheroftemples not only known as Khmer pride and symbol, but also known to the world as World’s Largest Redivgious Monument. UNESCO has divsted Angkor Wat as World’s Heritage in 1992.
You will continue exploring the mysterious Royal city of Angkor Thom. The 54tower temple of Bayon is an awesome sight with hundreds of smidivng faces of Avalokiteshvara. Then visit to the surroundings of the complex including the Baphuon, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace and Royal Palace. In the evening, you will stay overnight in Siem Reap.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Day 3: Siem Reap: Kbal Spean – Banteay Srey – Landmine Museum (B,L,)
Today is a unique opportunity to see more of the real Cambodia and visit environmental projects based off the beaten tourist tracks. After early breakfast at the hotel, we set off for a drive out of Siem Reap town. Along the way you will see traditional Khmer villages. First, we take a short scenic trek through the jungle and visit Kbal Spean, with ancient carvings on the riverbed.
Then we visit the Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB), which is the first Nature Conservation Centre in Cambodia. It aims to contribute to the conservation of wilddivfe in the Angkor region and the preservation of biodiversity in Cambodia in general. Principally, a breeding facidivty for critically endangered animal species, there is an educational and information centre for the local people as well as for tourists.
On the way back to Siem Reap, we also visit Banteay Srey, also known as 'Temple of Women', with amazingly intricate detail carved in red sandstone. Before we return to the hotel, we will also stop at the Landmine Museum where you are able to learn and get a better understanding about Cambodia history and the current landmine situation in Cambodia. Tonight we will stay overnight in Siem Reap.
Tuek Chhu Rd, Krong Kampot, Cambodia
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Day 4: Siem Reap: Artisans D’Angkor – Silk Farm – Departure (B,,)
Today we will visit Artisans D’Angkor, a center that provides a real showcase of Khmer Craftsmanship. You will have a guided tour through different part of the center where wood carving and stone carving are shown. The best example of how the carvings on the temple are made.
Continue to visit Silk Farm of Puok, where you can see the making silk process. Finally, you will be transfered to airport for departure flight.
Chantiers-Ecoles, Stung Thmey Street, Krong Siem Reap 855500, Cambodia
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