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Visit Siem Reap
Johnnie Walker Cambodian Open November 19 to 22 26/10/2009 |
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 Angkor Palace Resort & Spa  Set on a spacious 11-hectare estate, the luxurious 5-star resort features décor and furnishings reflecting Cambodian architecture, culture and hospitality. Built by a Cambodian architect, Angkor Palace Resort features fine design that is refined, grand and exclusive. The resort is located just 10 km from the breathtaking Angkor Wat, making it easy for you to experience one of the wonders of the world. Angkor Palace Resort offers guests a secluded retreat ideal for enjoying its outstanding facilities and inviting ambiance. Enjoy a quiet moment in the lush, green garden or spend a relaxing afternoon lazing by the large outdoor pool. You can also try a game of golf or be pampered by a lavish spa treatment. For the finest Khmer cuisine, visit the resort’s restaurant, which offers you a traditional gourmet experience. |
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| Shopping Siem Reap Siem Reap is an excellent place to buy Cambodian souvenirs, silks, handicrafts, textiles and contemporary art. Only Phnom Penh offers a comparable selection. In addition to the tradition shopping venues, over the last few of years there has been an explosion of new shops, galleries and boutiques, offering a varied selection of quality handicrafts and silks as well as original artistic creations in a variety of media. Phsar Chas (the ‘Old Market’) is one of Siem Reap’s largest traditional covered markets and offers the largest selection of souvenirs under one roof in town. In fact, this market is really a ‘must visit’ in itself for the unique, colorful, local shopping experience. Of all the local markets, the Old Market offers the widest variety of souvenirs as well as the best selection of handicrafts and curios, including such items as traditional silverwork, silks, baskets, statuary, carvings and traditional musical instruments. See page 109 for more on the Old Market and the Old Market area. Also check out the just opened Angkor Night Market off Sivatha. The new night market promises an interesting after hours shopping venue. |
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| Eating and Drinking Siem Reap
Borei Café - Borei Angkor Resort & Spa, National Road 6, # 0369 Banteay Chas, Slorkram Madame Butterfly - Serving the finest authentic Khmer- and Thai-influenced cuisine in town, the setting is very pleasant and alone worth a visit. In a converted traditional wooden home, seating is in low rattan chairs, and the decor is characterized by a tasteful collection of Buddhist and Khmer artifacts. Candlelight mingles with mellow indirect lighting, and the whole effect is casual and romantic. There are daily specials, and the menu is heavy on good curries and hot-pot dishes. The Masaman curry is divine and the mchou pous, a chicken-and-shrimp bisque, is rich and tasty. Great for a leisurely evening. | |
| Siem Reap Weather & Climate .
Cambodia has four seasons: 1) November-February, cool/dry; 2) March-May,
hot/dry, 3) June-August, hot/wet; 4) September-October, cool/wet. The hottest
days of the hot season rarely climb above 35°C though the sun can be quite
intense. The cool season may push the mercury as low as 20°C. The monsoons
between June and October follow a regular pattern, clear mornings with 1-3 hour
rains in the afternoon. The cool dry season is more comfortable but the
regularity of the wet season rains make them easy to plan around.
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