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Active vacation in Cambodia - things to do, entertainment and nightlife

Ta Prohm, Siem Reap, Cambodia Cambodia offers tourists a wide range of all kinds of leisure options. Cinemas are very popular here. The government actively supports the people's love for cinematography. Throughout the country, a huge number of abandoned and ruined cinemas have been rebuilt not only in large cities but also in remote settlements. The films are broadcast in Khmer language. In video salons, you can watch movies in English. Since recently, Cambodia has been developing film production: a lot of films and TV series gaining popularity among the local population are regularly shot in the country.
National traditions and mentality of people in Cambodia
The main ethnic group of Cambodia is Khmer people who are characterized by a calm and friendly nature. Despite the good-natured attitude towards other …
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The inhabitants of Cambodia are convinced Buddhists who treat their own customs with great honor and deep respect. This is clearly seen in the number of various festivals and lavish celebrations dedicated to religious holidays. The country often hosts vibrant performances with the participation of dancers in national costumes. Cambodians like watching theatrical productions and all sorts of performances. The Cambodian center of tourist entertainment is Phnom Penh concentrating the most interesting places to visit.
Fans of outdoor activities can go to one of the capital's sports clubs. The most popular one is "The Cambodian Country Club". The club's area is divided into several sections, which house a professional swimming pool, a large stable with a racecourse, a roller-skating track, a huge hotel complex, several diverse restaurants, a spa, and a fitness club. Hotel guests can use the sports club services for free. One of the most popular entertainment is horseback riding. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Fans of dynamic pastime should visit the "National Road No.4", which provides amazing Go-Karting opportunities. A ten-minute ride will cost tourists twelve dollars. Nearby is a small restaurant where you can refresh yourself and recharge batteries before the next jerk. Tourists not indifferent to water sports and entertainment can go to Sihanoukville. This coastal city offers the best conditions for diving, snorkeling, fishing, water skiing, and hiking in the jungle. You can also go through a fascinating survival course on a desert island. At the appropriate time of year, everybody can go windsurfing on the waves of the Gulf of Thailand.
Bustling Phnom Penh A local Buddhist monastery houses a great place for yoga. In the vicinity of the city of Siem Reap, where Phnom Kulen National Park is located, you can swim in the waters of a picturesque waterfall. A cycling tour around Cambodia and Angkor leaves an unforgettable experience. In special rental agencies, you can hire a mountain bike or a fun electric bicycle, which could make the journey more dynamic. Fans of fast driving can rent a motorbike and have an extreme ride on a hilly terrain or explore the surrounding natural beauty and deserted areas.
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Cambodians nourish a love for national dances. Those wishing to discover this facet of the amazing Cambodian culture can enjoy a bright and colorful spectacle in some hotels of Phnom Penh and other resort towns. You can also witness traditional dance shows at some restaurants in Siem Reap. A schedule of upcoming performances by local dance groups is usually printed in local newspapers. In the capital city, there are many bars where you can sample local cocktails. In most nightclubs, the prices for drinks are quite high. To save some money, go to one of the 24-hour shops outside the club where everything costs much cheaper.
Holy Men- Siem Reap, Cambodia Cambodian nightlife is very intense and starts pretty early - after 10:00 PM. All kinds of night entertainments and noisy parties often begin when the sun goes down. Most of the entertainment facilities that offer entertainment after sunset can be found in Phnom Penh. The city has super popular nightclubs like "U2" or "Rock Spark" where not only tourists but also locals spend their weekends. This kind of facilities are mostly visited by men, local women are extremely rare in Cambodian clubs. Usually, they attract foreign ladies. In the country's nightlife facilities, there is always an incendiary music, as well as frequent national dance shows.
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Unique attractions in Cambodia

Ladder Angkor Wat

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Located in Cambodia, the world famous temple complex Angkor Wat can interest not only amateurs of excursions, but also those who want to diversify their holiday with unusual entertainments. One of the main features of the ancient temple is its staircase leading to the entrance. Its stone steps are very narrow, so it is necessary to walk along the stairs as carefully as possible.

The staircase of Angkor Wat temple was built so complex specially for numerous pilgrims to remember how difficult a path to the goal can be. The construction of the beautiful temple took place in the early 12th century and lasted more than 30 years, it was dedicated to god Vishnu. Angkor Wat is a unique architectural monument, surrounded by many beautiful terraces with sculptures and other symbolic … Read all
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Entertainment, recreation and attractions in cities of Cambodia

Siem Reap
Visits to unique temple complexes and other iconic constructions are the main entertainment for the guests of Siem Reap. In addition to this, this is not an only way to diversify your leisure. Tourists can visit a lot of extraordinary entertainment venues. Hiking fans ... Read further »
Phnom Penh
After walking along historical places of the Cambodian capital, you should drop in the popular entertainments venues. Nature admirers should certainly visit the zoo Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center. Here, hundreds of typical local fauna representatives dwell in ... Read further »
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