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Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — Ancient Stone Walls in Angkor Thom The Terrace of the Leper King has carvings of nagas (dragons), demons and various mythical beings.  The inner wall was built first, and the outer wall was added later covering the inner wall. Archaeologists excavated the inner wall in the late 1990s. Located at the north end …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — Scenic Landscape of Stone Temples Near Siem Reap The North Khleangs, just north of the Angkor Wat main site, are large rectangular, sandstone buildings of unknown purpose. While the word ‘khleang’ translates as ‘storeroom’, it’s not likely that they were actually used for storage. It’s not known exactly what their function was, but …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — UNESCO World Heritage Site in Siem Reap Chau Say Tevoda was built somewhere between 1120 and 1150AD by King Suryavarman II. This smallish, graceful Hindu temple has a central sanctuary, 2 libraries and 4 gopuras (towers) which are at the 4 cardinal points on the compass. To the north is Thommanon …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — Highest Temple in Angkor and Tomb Raider Filming Location Phnom Bakheng is the highest temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park, offering the best panoramic views of the whole area. A feature on many Angkor temple tours, it gets especially crowded towards the end of the day as it is the best …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — Everything You Need to Know About Tonlé Sap Tonle Sap Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. Also called Boeung Tonle Sap, it has one of the world’s most vibrant ecosystems. There are different species of wildlife in and around the lake, which helped to sustain and grow the …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — Angkor National Museum is a must-visit attraction in Siem Reap if you’re looking to learn about the ancient Khmer civilisation and Angkorian temples. Located along Charles de Gaulle Boulevard, this 2-storey museum houses 8 galleries with over 1,000 artefacts that are categorised according to era, religion and royalty. On a typical …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — Cambodian Cultural Village is a unique attraction in Siem Reap where you can learn about the nation’s traditional lifestyle, beliefs, and customs, as well as practices of various ethnic groups. One of the standout attractions of the cultural village is its historical museum, home to a total of 30 life-sized wax …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — The Baphuon Temple is one of the quieter of the main Angkor ruins, despite being almost right next to the Bayon Temple, with the Terrace of the Elephants nearby. With large, open grounds, the temple is almost palatial, creating a peaceful place to enjoy the open air and a clearer view …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — The Terrace of the Elephants is a striking 350-metre-long and 2.5-metre-high ornamental wall which, as the name suggests, is mostly decorated with carved elephants. It was built in the late-12th century as a viewing platform, from which King Jayavarman VII looked over his victorious returning army. The terrace was once attached …

Halal Tourism (Cambodia) Phnom Penh, May 3rd, 2023 — One of the best things to do in Cambodia is exploring magnificent historical sites, some are easily on the bucket lists of most travellers. From the amazing Angkor Wat and other well-known offshoots to the unnerving Killing Fields of Phnom Penh, these highlights make this part of the world a fascinating …