Whenever I stroll around Angkor Wat or the Bayon Temple and bump into holidaymakers, a common sentiment always emerges: “I wish I knew… I would have planned to stay here longer.” Unfortunately, when planning their Southeast Asian getaways, many travelers are still guided by outdated stereotypes. They follow itineraries that treat Siem Reap as a … Read more
The spectacular that is the Giant Puppet Parade took place for the 16th year on the 21st of February 2026, bringing light and joy to the streets of Siem Reap once again. It started at around 6.30 pm at Wat Damnak with the parade of puppets, musicians, and many more following along the eastern side … Read more
Siem Reap is once again hosting the massive spectacular that is Angkor Sankranta, celebrating Khmer New Year, with events kicking off on the 13th through to the 16th. Work along the riverside and at Angkor Wat has been going on for weeks in the lead up to the event, and it’s going to be huge! … Read more
The pesani, or grinding stone/millstone, is an infrequently discussed object of the ancient Khmer Empire but regardless, prominent throughout, from the earliest times of the 6th-century pre-Angkorian times and through the Angkorian era. They were likely used for grinding spices to make Auyrevedic medicine, pastes for ceremonial purposes, and even curry has been proposed, which … Read more
The journey from Siem Reap to Steung Treng takes around 5-8 hours covering some 300km. Operator Depart from Arrive at Vehicle Depart time Arrive Time (est.) Travel Time (est.) Fare (USD) AVT Express Bus Siem Reap Steung Treng Toyota Van 8:00 13:00 5 20 Virak Buntham VET Siem Reap Steung Treng 2+1, Ford (12 seats.) … Read more