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Cambodia is a rich blend of Asian's culture as well as a touch of Western's ones, a reminiscence of the Indochinese period, where local traditions were combined with French culture to give a surprising result of incomparable arts, architecture and flavors. Inspiration Cambodia attaches significant importance to make you discover the real Cambodia, beyond the clichés, with their traditions, customs and monuments. Follow our “To do experience's list” for a complete immersion of the Kingdom of Wonders.
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THE HOTEL OF THE MONTH
Raffles Grand Hotel of Angkor
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Grand Hotel d’Angkor first opened its doors in 1932, providing what was then considered to be “luxury” accommodation for the first wave of travellers coming to see the famous Angkor Temples. Reopened in 1997 after an extensive restoration by Raffles, the hotel now offers the splendour of a bygone era to a new wave of travellers exploring all that Siem Reap has to offer.
Set in over 15 acres of beautifully-landscaped French gardens and built around its iconic swimming pools, the hotel provides a relaxing retreat from the temples and the bustling town of Siem Reap.
Step back in time as you take the original timber elevator to your room. The hotel offers accommodation, services and facilities in a relaxed atmosphere with Cambodian hospitality and Angkorian charm. Located in the best part of town, next to the Angkor National Museum and just a 15-minute drive from Siem Reap International Airport, it is only a short
walk along the river to the town centre, with its vibrant markets and trendy restaurants and bars.
Come to visit their property here : https://www.raffles.fr/siem-reap/
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Our "To do experience's" list
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The adventurous food lovers should wake up early to enjoy a "Bobor", a traditional porridge that the Khmers eat for breakfast. Also, you must nible between the main meals. As a habit, Khmer People eat snacks all over the day. Those snacks come before and after lunch. Let’s put your taste bud on and try all this amazing taste.
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Sports have a prominent place in our culture, healthy people should love the activities the Royal Kingdom offers.
Do you know that Cambodian team is world champion in Petanque, on the individual category? So, let’s challenge yourself by playing with locals and try to beat them...
Do you know Thai boxing is coming from Bokator, the Khmer ancestral martial art? Let’s experiment a fight in a local ring!
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Another customs that adventurous people would love is a visit at Phnom Kulen, one of the most important site of Cambodia where local Buddhist pilgrims come to worship. Jayavarman II was the first king who has pointed this place as the capital of the Kingdom. At the same time, the Siem Reap river has been used, as the Ganges river in India , local people think that water has magical virtues.
Come and discover the secret of this ancient capital in the middle of the jungle.
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Cultural oriented people should go to Battambang and discover the Khmer’s family ritual.
Do you know that Battambang is also named as the city of the 1 000 pagodas?
Each morning you may assist to an amazing habit which consists in bringing food to the monks at the pagoda. Nowadays this ceremony occurs for the important dates like birthday, wedding… Let's join this tradition!
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See you next month for another hot news and information about the Kingdom of Wonders.
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