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Siem Reap: Gateway to Angkor and Historic Markets
Siem Reap lies just south of the Angkor temple complex and north of Tonle Sap Lake along the Siem Reap River. The city’s Old Market and Pub Street form a central hub for visitors and locals alike.
Fast facts
- Country
- Cambodia
- Region
- Siem Reap Province
- Population
- Approx. 245,000 (2020)
- Climate
- Tropical wet and dry, hot season Mar-May
- Known for
- Angkor Wat, Khmer temples, Tonle Sap floating villages, traditional arts
Siem Reap is Cambodia’s second-largest city and capital of its province, sitting near the vast Angkor Wat temple grounds.
The city had roughly 225,000 residents in 2019 and serves as the main entry point for tourists visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Beyond temples, Siem Reap features traditional markets like the Old Market (Phsar Chas) near the river and Phsar Krom, a local market south of town with minimal tourist signage. The Cambodian Landmine Museum, located nearby, offers insight into the country’s recent history.
Angkor Wat Temple
Visit the world’s largest religious monument, covering 400 acres northwest of Siem Reap city center.
Old Market (Phsar Chas)
Shop between the Siem Reap River and Pub Street for local crafts, fresh produce, and street food.
Cambodian Landmine Museum
Located in Banteay Srei district, founded by former deminer Aki Ra, it documents landmine clearance efforts.
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