Complete Guide to Moving to Cambodia as an Expat (2026)

November 5, 2026

Srah Damrei (Elephant Pond), Siem Reap: A Hidden Archaeological Site on Phnom Kulen

Deep in the forest of Phnom Kulen, away from the mountain's popular waterfall and pilgrimage sites, lies Srah Damrei, also known as Elephant Pond. This remote archaeological site is famous for its enormous animal sculptures carved directly from natural sandstone. Visitors who make the journey can discover an impressive stone elephant, lion sculptures and other…
November 4, 2026

2026 Water Festival (Bon Om Touk) Dates, History & Travel Guide

If you visit Cambodia in November, you may notice something special happening along the rivers. Colourful boats, traditional music, crowded riverside streets, fireworks, and thousands of people gathering to celebrate. This is Bon Om Touk (បុណ្យអុំទូក), Cambodia's Water Festival, one of the country's most important traditional celebrations. The festival marks the end of the rainy…
November 4, 2026

Wat Puth Kiri, Cambodia: The Hill of Thousands of Buddhas

Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wF1RzbhccotALvSR6 Googal Search: Puth Kiri Pagoda Hidden among the countryside and low mountain ranges of southern Cambodia, Wat Puth Kiri (វត្តពុទ្ធគិរី) is a striking Buddhist temple known for its thousands of Buddha statues and an impressive Buddha image overlooking the surrounding landscape. Also known as Buddha Kiri or Wat Putkiri, this relatively modern…
November 3, 2026

Traditional Khmer Wedding Ceremony: Agenda, Rituals & Modern Changes

If you have ever attended a Cambodian wedding, you probably noticed something unusual compared with weddings in many Western countries. There may be several outfit changes, traditional Khmer music, trays of fruit and flowers, family blessings, symbolic hair-cutting, and ceremonies that begin early in the morning before the evening reception. A traditional Khmer wedding is…
November 3, 2026

Ta Nei Temple, Siem Reap:

Hidden among the forest of the Angkor Archaeological Park, Ta Nei Temple is one of the quieter and more atmospheric temples in Siem Reap. Unlike Angkor Wat or Ta Prohm, Ta Nei is small, partly ruined and tucked away from the main tourist routes. Its narrow forest approach, moss-covered stones, Buddhist carvings and peaceful surroundings…
November 2, 2026

Thommanon Temple, Siem Reap

Thommanon Temple is a small but beautifully preserved Hindu temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park, just east of the Victory Gate of Angkor Thom. Although it is much smaller than Angkor Wat, Bayon, or Ta Prohm, Thommanon is worth visiting for its elegant architecture, detailed sandstone carvings, and relatively peaceful atmosphere. The temple sits directly…
November 1, 2026

Preah Pithu Temple Group (ប្រាសាទព្រះពិធូ): Five Quiet Temples in Angkor Thom

Tucked away in a relatively quiet corner of Angkor Thom, the Preah Pithu Temple Group (ប្រាសាទព្រះពិធូ) is easy to overlook. Rather than being one large monument, Preah Pithu is a group of five small temples, traditionally identified as Temples T, U, V, X and Y. They are scattered around a peaceful area near the Terrace…
November 1, 2026

Budget Shopping : Where to Buy Cheap Christmas Decorations in Phnom Penh?

Christmas is a wonderful time to decorate your home, office, café, restaurant, or shop. Even though Christmas is not a traditional Cambodian holiday, it is becoming increasingly visible in Phnom Penh, especially in shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, and businesses that welcome international visitors. If you are planning to decorate for Christmas but do not want…
October 31, 2026

Preah Palilay Temple (ប្រាសាទព្រះបាលិលេយ្យ): Angkor Thom’s Quiet Forest Sanctuary

Hidden among the trees in the northern part of Angkor Thom, Preah Palilay Temple (ប្រាសាទព្រះបាលិលេយ្យ) is one of the quieter and more atmospheric temples in the Angkor Archaeological Park. Unlike the monumental scale of Bayon or Baphuon, Preah Palilay is a small sanctuary surrounded by trees and greenery. Its peaceful setting, narrow central tower, naga…
October 30, 2026

Pre-Wedding and Proposal at Angkor Wat: Why It Is So Special

Few places in Cambodia are as meaningful and recognizable as Angkor Wat. For couples planning a pre-wedding photoshoot, engagement session, or marriage proposal, the ancient temple offers much more than a beautiful background. Here, a love story can be photographed among centuries-old sandstone towers, intricate carvings, peaceful gardens and the famous reflection pond—with the cultural…
October 29, 2026

Siem Reap Floating VillagesSiem Reap Floating Villages

Beyond Angkor Wat and the ancient temples, Siem Reap offers another side of Cambodia: the floating and stilted villages of Tonlé Sap Lake, where daily life is closely connected to the changing water levels of Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake. A boat trip takes visitors through waterways lined with homes, fishing boats and community buildings.…
October 29, 2026

Thrifting in Siem Reap: Best Second-Hand Shops, Vintage Finds & Shopping Tips

Looking for affordable clothes, unique vintage pieces or unexpected bargains in Siem Reap? Beyond the souvenir stalls and tourist markets, the city has a growing selection of second-hand clothing shops, vintage boutiques and Japanese recycle stores worth exploring. Thrifting in Siem Reap can be a fun way to refresh your wardrobe without paying full retail…