Once again, such beauty has a price. So if you're feeling lazy, don't go! To enjoy it at its best you have to get up at dawn. The site is 1 and a half hours by tuk-tuk. You can sleep later on.
Far away from the famous Angkor Wat, Le Bayon and Ta Phrom, Beng Melea is the temple that was used as background in a film by Jean-Jaques Annaud called the Deux frères.
If you want to explore Beng Mealea I advise you to arrive before 8 o'clock in the morning. If you arrive before the tourist coach you will have the temple to yourself (more or less). Guaranteed magic!
The plateau where Sen Monorom is located is about 3000 feet above sea level, making it a cool region for Cambodia. The climate plays a particularly important role and you'll need to consider it in your travel plans. The rainy season makes access to the town complicated because of landslides. As for winter, don't forget your fleece, because it gets cold at night!
Sil Island is called that because of the numerous silk weavers who perpetuate their skills. You can spend a day here , cycling around and discovering the real, authentic Cambodia.
Follow the guide to discover the secrets of Angkor! The temples don't stop with Angkor Wat. If you take the time to travel just a little further you will encounter some real architectural jewels.
