Angkor

THE GATEWAY TO ANGKOR'S ANCIENT TEMPLES

Well known as the launchpad for the 12th century Khmer temples, the city has also become a showcase of contemporary Cambodian culture. While the magnificent temples surrounded by the encroaching jungle will always be Siem Reap's primary attraction, the experience today is heightened by the world-class myriad of boutique hotels, spas and eating options on offer—many of which highlight the area's colonial past and deliver their offerings with an elegant nod to both French and Cambodian styles. It's little wonder then that Siem Reap recently placed third on Travel & Leisure's "World's Best Cities" to visit list.