{"id":9835,"date":"2020-12-30T13:27:33","date_gmt":"2020-12-30T20:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/?p=9835"},"modified":"2020-12-30T13:28:20","modified_gmt":"2020-12-30T20:28:20","slug":"5-places-to-visit-in-cambodia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/blog\/teaching-abroad\/5-places-to-visit-in-cambodia\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Places to Visit in Cambodia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p>The Kingdom of Cambodia, which is also referred to as the Kingdom of Wonder is one nation that boasts a lot of rich history which can be seen in some of the colossal and unique architectural structures the country.<span> That being said, there <\/span><span>are a plethora of places to visit in Cambodia that will satisfy your need for exploration and to check things off that bucket list!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Whether you are visiting on a short holiday or you are a member of the ever-growing expat community living in this South East Asian country, your mind will be blown away by <span>its <\/span>many magnificent views and unforgettable experiences.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Places we recommend visiting in Cambodia:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Angkor-Wat.jpg\" width=\"1800\" height=\"450\" alt=\"Angkor Wat\" class=\"wp-image-9845 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Angkor-Wat.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Angkor-Wat-1280x320.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Angkor-Wat-980x245.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Angkor-Wat-480x120.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1800px, 100vw\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b>1<\/b><b><span>.<\/span><\/b> <b>Angkor Wat (Angkor Archaeological Park) <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span>Angkor Wat is one of the top places to visit in Cambodia and for good reason. <\/span>The temple of Angkor Wat is the world&#8217;s largest religious monument and is undoubtedly a must-see attraction. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, and it can be seen on the national flag of Cambodia.<\/p>\n<p>This majestic site was once the capital of the Khmer Empire from the 9th to the 14th centuries, and during its <span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.history.com\/topics\/landmarks\/angkor-wat\">long history<\/a><\/span>, Angkor went through many changes in religion, eventually leading up to Buddhism being the official religion in modern times, with more than 95% of people practicing it across the Kingdom.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Siem-Reap.jpg\" width=\"1800\" height=\"450\" alt=\"Siem Reap\" class=\"wp-image-9848 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Siem-Reap.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Siem-Reap-1280x320.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Siem-Reap-980x245.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Siem-Reap-480x120.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1800px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Siem Reap<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span>Add Siem Reap to your travel itinerary in Cambodia<\/span><span> \u2013 it&#8217;s one of the top visited cities in Cambodia. <\/span>Siem Reap is a popular resort town in northwestern Cambodia, and it is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor<span>.<\/span> <span>There<\/span> is plenty<span> more<\/span> to do in-and-around <span>Siem Reap<\/span> besides only seeing the temples.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to try out a variety of food vendors<span> and<\/span> bars, shop at the night markets<span>,<\/span> or learn about national history at the Cambodian Cultural Village, Sie<span>m<\/span> Reap is not to be skipped on your journey <span>through <\/span>Cambodia.<\/p>\n<p>Sie<span>m<\/span> Reap is the fastest growing place in Cambodia and is becoming the \u2018it\u2019 place <span>in <\/span>Cambodia where you can <span>go on <\/span>local tours<span> and<\/span> adventures<span>, as well as<\/span> experience Cambodia&#8217;s leading contemporary circus.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Phnom-Penh.jpg\" width=\"1800\" height=\"450\" alt=\"Phnom Penh\" class=\"wp-image-9847 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Phnom-Penh.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Phnom-Penh-1280x320.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Phnom-Penh-980x245.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Phnom-Penh-480x120.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1800px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>3.<\/b><b> Phnom Penh<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span>Another important city to have on your list of places to visit in Cambodia is Phnom Penh. <\/span>Phnom Penh is the largest city in Cambodia, which naturally also makes it the economic, political, and cultural center of the nation. Located on the Mekong River, the city dates<span> back<\/span> to the 15th century, and it has been the capital city <span>ever <\/span>since<span> the<\/span> French colonial days, which is why you can still see some French influence around.<\/p>\n<p>You can explore the buzzing streets or take a tour of the National Museum<span> and<\/span> The Royal Palace, or <span>you can <\/span>venture out to see the killing fields of Choeung Ek, which tell the stories of the horror and brutality the people of this country suffered under the Khmer Rouge rule.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sihanoukville.jpg\" width=\"1800\" height=\"450\" alt=\"Sihanoukville\" class=\"wp-image-9844 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sihanoukville.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sihanoukville-1280x320.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sihanoukville-980x245.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sihanoukville-480x120.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1800px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>4.<\/b><b> Sihanoukville<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span>If you\u2019re looking for places to visit in Cambodia tha<\/span><span>t<\/span><span> include <\/span><span>sandy beaches and a tropical feel<\/span><span> \u2013 add Sihanoukville to your list. <\/span>Sihanoukville (which is named after a former king, Norodom Sihanouk) is the most popular beach destination in Cambodia for local<span>s<\/span> and foreign tourists.<\/p>\n<p>The variety of <span>lodging <\/span>choices is suitable for everyone, starting with low budget backpacker hostels<span>,<\/span> ranging all the way <span>up <\/span>to 5-star luxury hotels, available while you enjoy the sun and sand from right across the gulf of Thailand.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Kratie.jpg\" width=\"1800\" height=\"450\" alt=\"Kratie\" class=\"wp-image-9846 alignnone size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Kratie.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Kratie-1280x320.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Kratie-980x245.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Kratie-480x120.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1800px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>5.<\/b><b> Kratie<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span>Lastly, if you\u2019re looking for a place in Cambodia to visit that\u2019s off the beaten path, consider visiting Kratie. <\/span><span>Kratie<\/span> one of the lesser<span>&#8211;<\/span>known places in rural Cambodia, so it is the perfect place to get away from the main tourist attractions and take time to unwind and relax while getting a real sense of Cambodia.<\/p>\n<p>Kratie is also the place to go if you want to see the famous Cambodian river dolphin<span>s<\/span><span>.<\/span> <span>T<\/span><span>ravelers<\/span> can join one of the daily excursions to see these mighty dolphins swimming along the Mekong River.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><b>Get started on your journey to Cambodia<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you decide to visit Cambodia for a short stay while doing an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/courses\/in-class-tefl-destinations\/cambodia\/phnom-penh\/\"><strong>in-class TEFL course<\/strong><\/a>, or whether you decide on a longer term stay and get a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/jobs\/destinations\/teach-in-cambodia\/\"><strong>teaching job in Cambodia<\/strong><\/a>, you<span> will surely get<\/span> to experience a multitude of great adventures in the Kingdom of Wonder.<\/p>\n<p>Teaching Nomad provides wonderful resources to help you get started on your teaching abroad journey. We have job opportunities in many countries all over the world. We also offer TEFL courses if you\u2019re not yet TEFL certified but would like to begin teaching ESL abroad!<\/p>\n<p>Teach abroad experiences benefit both you and those you serve through <span>both personal and professional <\/span>growth and enrichment. If you\u2019d like to learn more about teaching English abroad,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/blog\/teaching-abroad\/5-reasons-why-you-should-teach-english-abroad\/job-search\">browse our list of current job openings and TEFL courses<\/a>\u00a0to explore your love of travel and education.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/jobs\/job-board\/c__cambodia\" class=\"tnd-button tnd-button--inverted\" style=\"min-width: 137px;\">Courses and jobs in Cambodia<\/a><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4002,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"categories":[20,43],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v15.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>5 Places to Visit in Cambodia - Teaching Nomad<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There are many activities to do and places to explore in Cambodia, but don&#039;t forget to visit these 5 places while you&#039;re there!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/blog\/teaching-abroad\/5-places-to-visit-in-cambodia\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"5 Places to Visit in Cambodia - Teaching Nomad\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"There are many activities to do and places to explore in Cambodia, but don&#039;t forget to visit these 5 places while you&#039;re there!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/blog\/teaching-abroad\/5-places-to-visit-in-cambodia\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Teaching Nomad\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2020-12-30T20:27:33+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2020-12-30T20:28:20+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Cambodia-landscape-hero-image.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2400\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1200\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\">\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Coach Modise\">\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\">\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"4 minutes\">\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/\",\"name\":\"Teaching Nomad\",\"description\":\"Jobs and programs for teaching English abroad, International school employment and teaching job vacancies in Asia. 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