Cambodia
The temples of Angkor and beyond

About Cambodia

Overview

Cambodia is a country of extraordinary temples, warm-hearted people and a resilient spirit rising from a turbulent past. Its crown jewel is Angkor, the vast temple city that ranks among humanity's greatest architectural achievements, but the country offers far more: the riverside capital of Phnom Penh, sleepy colonial towns, jungle-clad highlands and palm-fringed southern islands. Traditional villages line the great Tonle Sap lake and the mighty Mekong River. For travelers seeking history, culture and genuine hospitality, Cambodia rewards deeply.

On the map

Touristic sites

The landmarks that shape a journey through Cambodia, explore them on the map.

  • 1
    Angkor WatThe world's largest religious monument, a 12th-century masterpiece and the enduring symbol of Cambodia.
  • 2
    Bayon (Angkor Thom)A hauntingly beautiful temple famous for its towers carved with serene, giant stone faces.
  • 3
    Ta ProhmThe atmospheric "jungle temple" where massive tree roots grip crumbling ancient walls.
  • 4
    Banteay SreiA small 10th-century temple renowned for its exquisitely detailed pink sandstone carvings.
  • 5
    Royal Palace (Phnom Penh)The ornate riverside palace of Cambodia's king, home to the dazzling Silver Pagoda.
  • 6
    Tonle SapSoutheast Asia's largest freshwater lake, famed for its floating villages and rich birdlife.
  • 7
    Preah VihearA dramatic clifftop Khmer temple perched on the Dangrek escarpment with sweeping plains views.
  • 8
    Koh RongA laid-back southern island of white-sand beaches, clear water and bioluminescent plankton.
Best time to travel

November to February

Cambodia has a tropical monsoon climate with a dry season and a wet season. The dry season runs from November to May, and the cooler stretch from November to February is the most popular time, with comfortable temperatures ideal for exploring the Angkor temples. March to May grows increasingly hot before the rains arrive. The wet season from around June to October brings afternoon downpours, lush green landscapes and fewer crowds, and it fills the Tonle Sap lake, adding drama to floating-village visits.

Nov-FebCool, dry peak season with the most pleasant temperatures for temple touring; book ahead.
Mar-MayHot dry season with rising temperatures, especially April, but quieter sites.
Jun-OctWet season with afternoon rains, vivid green scenery, fewer visitors and a swollen Tonle Sap.
NovStart of the dry season and a fine time to catch the Water Festival and comfortable weather.
Good to know

Cambodia at a glance

The practical essentials for planning your trip. Our team confirms the details for your dates and nationality.

Best time to travelNovember to February for cool, dry weather ideal for the temples
CapitalPhnom Penh
LanguageKhmer
CurrencyCambodian riel (KHR); US dollars are widely used
Entry / visaE-visa (single entry, 30-day stay) available online, plus visa on arrival for many nationalities; several ASEAN nationals enter visa-free
Getting aroundDomestic flights and good roads link Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and the coast; tuk-tuks are handy for temples and cities
What to book

Best tours in Cambodia

A taste of our most-loved journeys. Every one is a flexible starting point for your tailor-made trip.

Classic & Cultural

Treasures of Angkor

The essential Cambodia short break, the capital's palace and pagodas, then the great temples of Angkor and the floating world of Tonle Sap.

Classic & Cultural

Cambodia in Depth: Temples, Towns & Capital

The full country by private car, Angkor and Tonle Sap, the bamboo train and caves of Battambang, and the memory and markets of Phnom Penh.

Luxury

Uncrowded Angkor Premium

A small-group luxury stay built around the 2026 'manageable crowds' window, sunrise at Angkor Wat and unhurried private temple exploration.

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Why Cambodia

The specials

The temples of Angkor

The sprawling temple city of Angkor, crowned by Angkor Wat and the face-towers of the Bayon, is one of the world's greatest cultural wonders and reason enough to visit.

Tonle Sap floating villages

Life on the vast Tonle Sap lake, with stilt houses and floating communities, offers a window into Cambodia's water-based traditions.

Riverside Phnom Penh

The capital blends French colonial architecture, the ornate Royal Palace and moving reminders of recent history along the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers.

Questions about Cambodia?

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Travel facts verified from Cambodia - Wikipedia, Visa policy of Cambodia - Wikipedia, Best time to visit Cambodia - Lonely Planet. Sample tours are suggested starting points; details and pricing are finalised by the Tourkom team.