What to do in Siem Reap (Surrounding)

Beside of Angkor Complex and interesting places in the center of Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake or Kulen Mountain are also the ideal destinations to explore Cambodian culture and life.
 

Kulen Mountain

The mountain is about 48 km from Siem Riep city center to the Northeast. To climb to the mountain, visitors must go through a tropical primary forest, the undulating stone areas t omove to the pilgrimage Holy Land of the Khmer. 

Coming to this destination, tourists will be surprised by a fresh and clear stream which can be seen through the bottom and reflect thousands of Linga statue, God statues  and the Khmer epic carved in the stream bottom. More than 1000 years passed, the water not only could not erose those works but also makes them more mysterious and beautiful. All the stones to build Angkor Wat were exploited right from this sacred land. 
 
Thousand lingas on the waterfalls in Kulen Mountain
Thousand lingas on the waterfalls in Kulen Mountain

You can also visit Bat Cave by yourself or through excursion to Kulen
You can also visit Bat Cave by yourself or through excursion to Kulen
 

Tonle Sap lake

Tonle Sap or Cambodia Lake Sea is the system of lake and river which is of great importance to Cambodia. This is the Southeast Asia largest fresh water lake which is recognized as the World Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO in 1997. It takes just about 30 minutes on a car from Siem Riep city center to visit the lake sea with the vast area under water, the beautiful houses and green jungles.
 
It is important as the breath, Tonle Sap Lake is a must-see place near to Siem Reap
It is important as the breath, Tonle Sap Lake is a must-see place near to Siem Reap
 
On the floating village around the lake, there are some groups of Vietnamese and Cham living. They are leading a very friendly life with the nice houses nearby each other. Schools, churches and temples are also available. They all attract the visitors. Some famous village can be named as Chong Khneas, Kampong Phluk, Kampong Khleang and Prek Toal.
 
Visit the floating forest on the Great Lake
Visit the floating forest on the Great Lake
 

The Temples around

Wat Preah Prom Rath, Wat Prohm Rath, Wat Preah Enkosa, Wat Preah Enkosei, Wat Po Lanka, Wat Bo, Wat Damnak, Wat Kesararam.

 

The weather in Siem Reap is generally similar to the Cambodian weather, with two rainy and dry seasons. The dry season lasts from November to April next year, but the period from March to April, the weather in Siem Reap is hot, it will be quite exhausting to walk.

The rainy season lasts from May to October, you can see rain, especially in the afternoon. Therefore, it is also difficult to move, but the humidity increases, Siem Reap in the early morning or afternoon covered with fog, bringing a mysterious and mysterious beauty.




Travel Conversation Questions :

Anne C :
Beautiful waterfalls, nature and temple ruins. Taking a taxi is highly recommended unless you are a very confident with a (motor)bike. If going by TukTuk be prepared to hike the last ~10km uphill. 
Try to go early in the morning as the last bit of road is one-way and going up is only possible until 11am. At noon the direction of traffic is changed.
If you are an adventurous person, this place is a must-see laugh


WendygG6C :

A trip on the Tonle Sap Lake was pretty incredible as we passed the Kompong Phluk and the Flooded Forests using two different boats while also walking on foot into the locals’ community by the river, experiencing fishermen’s village, their way of living, a floating restaurant where crocodile and snake meat were sold ... and their authentic culture. We used Anantara hotel’s local guide services and their were very helpful. My kids enjoyed the experience very much. The boat trip altogether was 70 dollars. It’s free for kids under 12. Expect dirty toilets and bring your own snacks for the trip not sure about cleanliness! indecision


KatTrap20 :

We've spotted this lovely Buddhist temple from the street, by the river. It's in the French Quarter. heart
Lots of signs explain you the history of the temple. The garden is quite impressive.
Two statues of Buddha inside the temple, one sitting, one reclining.
It's not a touristic site at all, it's a fully functional temple. It may be an opportunity to relax, meditate and learn about Buddhism from monks, but take a guide with you, unless you speak Cambodian language. You can do small donation, either food or money.

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