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Tourist Attractions in Cambodia are Worth the Money you spend on your Vacations Trip

By Jimmy Bou on Dec. 17, 10

There are many locations which are worth visiting in Cambodia and many of them are located in Battambang city, the provincial capital of Battambang province situated in the north-western region of the country. There is a distinct French influence noticeable in the city’s structures, in particular the temples of Buddha; on the other hand you can also visit some French shops to buy some traditional and antique items. As you enter the city you will get a general feeling of peace and calm, and this effect is enhanced when visitors visit the countryside which is full of greenery.

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The Water & Moon Festival – The Mardi Gras of Cambodia

By Jimmy Bou on Nov. 24, 10

Cambodia is a colorful country, with a beautiful culture known for its colors, beauty and music around the world. And if you really want a spectacular souvenir of your visit to Cambodia, then you should really look forward to the Water & Moon Festival, or the “Bun Om Tuk” in Khmer, apart from other attractions. Although the event is celebrated according to the Buddhist calendar, in the month of Kadeuk, but as per the Western solar calendar, it usually falls in the month of November, so that is the time that you should be planning your trip to catch all the action. The Water & Moon Festival is held in the capital Phnom Penh.

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Angkor Wat Tells Stories Of The Glorious Past

By Michael Em on Nov. 19, 10

The ancestry of Cambodia is traced back to the legendary Indian Kaundinya and Soma, a Khmer princess, and this lineage was called Somavamsa. It was in the 7th century that Kambu and Mera, another legendary couple established a different lineage, the Suryavamsa. Amidst several warring kings, King Jayavarman II declared himself a universal ruler in 802.

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Cambodian Beach Resorts Give You the Sun, the Calming Sea Breeze and Breathtaking Natural Scenes!

By Jimmy Bou on Mar. 29, 10

Beautiful beach resorts in Southeast Asia are mostly associated with countries like Thailand and Malaysia, but the natural beauty and serenity of beach resorts in Cambodia is second to none. Despite the fact that Cambodia attracts millions of tourists annually because of its archeological treasures, foreign tourists have started to recognize the exquisite beach resorts the country has in store. With a mesmerizing 443 kilometers long coastline, Cambodia gives you the opportunity to spend your vacations in the best preserved natural beach resorts.

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The Unforgettable Trauma Of The Khmer Rouge

By Kevin Meas on Dec. 11, 09

Khmer Rouge was the communist party that ruled Cambodia after overthrowing the Cambodian government. It is a brutal, disastrous rule that changed the country forever and shocked the world.

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