Cambodia is a travel destination in South-Eastern Asia. Its capital is Phnom Penh. December and January are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Cambodia
Angkor Wat (landmark, Siem Reap) — World's largest religious monument — Khmer Empire masterpiece photographed at sunrise.
Angkor Thom & Bayon (landmark, Siem Reap) — Ancient royal city with the enigmatic 216 giant stone faces of the Bayon temple.
Siem Reap (city, Siem Reap) — Gateway to Angkor temples — vibrant Pub Street, floating village, and Apsara dance.
Phnom Penh (city, Phnom Penh) — Capital on the Mekong — Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and sobering Tuol Sleng museum.
Koh Rong (beach, Preah Sihanouk) — Off-grid island of bioluminescent plankton bays, white sand, and jungle treks.
Ta Prohm (landmark, Siem Reap) — "Lara Croft" temple engulfed by jungle tree roots — the most atmospheric ruin at Angkor.
Kampot (city, Kampot) — Sleepy riverside colonial town — kampot pepper farms, firefly cruises, and cave temples.
Battambang (city, Battambang) — Second city of colonial architecture, bamboo train, and the Killing Caves.
Cardamom Mountains (natural, Koh Kong) — One of Southeast Asia's largest remaining tropical rainforests — gibbons and cloud leopards.
Bokor Hill Station (landmark, Kampot) — Ghost-town French colonial resort on a misty plateau — eerie and spectacular views.