Discover Khmer Smiles: Cambodia
Cambodia
I don’t know if I don’t see it
Cambodia
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Bodhi has no tree,
The bright mirror is also not a platform.
Originally there was nothing,
Where to stir up dust.
Regarding Cambodia as a country, many people will simply evaluate it with one word - poor.
As an ancient civilization with a long history, due to various reasons, it was not until 1993 that it finally entered a period of peaceful development. The local economy and industrial base are weak, despite being one of the least developed countries in the world. However, it attracts a large number of tourists because of its pristine natural resources and the world-famous Angkor Wat. Tourism has become one of the important income sources for this Southeast Asian country.
Since 90% of Cambodian people believe in Buddhism, one of the local wonders is that even in the poorest villages, the best and most beautiful buildings must be temple archways.
The people's attitude towards life is also relatively simple. Influenced by Buddhism, they believe that everything in the world has cause and effect. They live in poverty and live happily, take pleasure in time, and live a happy and simple life. Countless people are also infected by the simple smiles of Cambodians and fall in love with this country that seems to be a paradise.
Keywords: consumer guide
Cambodia’s consumption level is completely incomparable with Australia. Although many daily fruits and vegetables need to be imported, locally produced and sold agricultural products are still affordable. Even in popular tourist areas, you can get a pretty good lunch for $10. (Huh? Calculated in this way, the prices in scenic spots are quite expensive)
The currencies in circulation in Cambodia are Cambodian Riel and US Dollar, with the currency code KHR. The denominations of banknotes are divided into 100000, 50000, 20000, 10000, 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 100, 50. The coins are divided into 500, 200, 100 and 50 (but no one uses the coins locally, they are only for collection).
It should be noted in particular that Cambodia adopts a dual currency system, and locals prefer to accept US dollars as the payment currency. However, if the change is less than $1, the balance will be paid in riel. When traveling to Cambodia, try to bring bills with a denomination of no more than $20.
average daily consumption price
Coffee – $2 (Regular Cappuccino)
Bottled Water – $1 (330ml small bottle)
Beer – $3 (330ml can)
Lunch – $8 (Beef lok lak + drinks)
Dinner – USD 30 (appetizer, main course, wine and dessert at a five-star hotel restaurant)
Taxi – USD 15 (International Airport to Phnom Penh Center)
Big Mac Meal – ? ? ? (McDonald's has never been here)
Travel budget per person
Economy – $60 per person per day (brunch snacks, dinner in a regular restaurant, public transport and 1 attraction fee)
Normal – AUD 100 per person per day (breakfast snacks, lunch and dinner in ordinary restaurants, taxi fare and 1 attraction fee)
Deluxe – 140 Australian dollars per person per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner at ordinary restaurant, taxi fare and 1-2 attraction fees)
Voltage and power sockets
The voltage in Cambodia is 220V/50Hz. Most new chargers basically have a wide voltage range and can be used directly. For slightly older small appliances, please check the corresponding voltage in the manual in advance and consider whether you need to bring a transformer.
The power sockets are as shown in the picture, some are double round sockets, some are American standard sockets with double flat sockets, and some are British standard sockets with three thick flat sockets. Some chargers require a converter to be purchased in advance.
Disclaimer: The above information is for reference only. Sydney Currency Services summarizes the "average daily consumption price" information through the Internet and has been committed to ensuring the authenticity and accuracy of the information. Specific prices, services and specific information may change and cause deviations. "Travel budget per person" is an estimate and does not include air tickets and accommodation costs. Actual expenditures may vary depending on the consumption location, time, and specific content. Sydney Currency Services does not assume any responsibility or loss arising from the discrepancy between the above information and the actual situation.
Lost Empire - Angkor Dynasty
Many people know about Angkor Wat before they know about Cambodia. .
In 1860, a French botanist accidentally discovered a mirage-like ruins in the jungles of northern Cambodia. Although it has been invaded by time and vegetation, it is still difficult to conceal its former magnificence. As recorded by Zhou Daguan of China's Yuan Dynasty in "Chenla Fengtu Ji", the Angkor Dynasty once shocked the world in Southeast Asia and flourished for a while.
It is strongly recommended that friends who are interested in visiting Angkor Wat must do their homework in advance, otherwise visiting Angkor Wat under the scorching sun will basically be like - stones, this is also a stone, that is also a stone, so many stones , why are they all stones.
Angkor Wat is the largest temple complex in the world.
With its complex and exquisite shape, backed by the profound background and religious connotation of the Angkor Dynasty, it presents an unforgettable journey to tourists from all over the world.
Many people once believed that Angkor Wat was the royal palace of the Angkor Dynasty. In fact, according to research, the design style of the complex and the size of the internal rooms, it is now generally believed that Angkor Wat was the royal palace of the Angkor Dynasty. The deceased king The palaces and temples built by the gods were built to house the gods. At the same time, a large number of religious stories were recorded in the form of relief groups.
If you also yearn for Angkor Wat's interpretation of Zen and oriental aesthetics, then you must experience it yourself to truly understand the magnificence of Angkor Wat.
By the way, even today, visitors to Angkor Wat must be careful not to walk alone in the forests and foothills around Angkor Wat, especially Lychee Mountain.
This was the last territory of the Khmer Rouge, and mines are still buried in the ground today.
A country with only two seasons
Cambodia's year is divided into dry season and rainy season .
Affected by the southwest monsoon in Southeast Asia, the monsoon rainy season from May to October every year accounts for almost three-quarters of the year's rainfall.
Therefore,the dry season from November to April is the peak season for tourism in Cambodia.
Starting from November, the climate is dry and cool, making it very suitable for travel. There are only occasional strong winds, and the dry air can make some people uncomfortable. If you visit at this time, be sure to remember to wear a mask or scarf . It’s not the cold, but this is limited to Cambodia. Asphalt roads are almost rare outside of cities. Masks and scarves can be used to block the dust raised by the traffic on the road.
And the arrival of the rainy season will give this country another kind of magnificent scenery.
The sky is filled with dark clouds, mixed with lightning and thunder, the ancient temple stands majestically, and the storm is about to come, and the wind fills the building. Heavy rains come at a fixed time and almost every day. Although rainfall that lasts for several days rarely occurs, unexpected showers are the biggest headache for tourists.
When traveling in this season, it is very necessary to carry a raincoat with you.
Andnever wear white shoes, unless you don’t care about white shoes turning into yellow shoes and yellow shoes turning into black shoes. The roads that are usually dusty become muddy and difficult to walk when it rains.
Traveling to Cambodia during the rainy season needs to be planned with more time in advance. Otherwise, even if there are relatively fewer tourists, the congestion on the road will definitely make you depressed.
Cambodia’s “Insect Feast”
Cambodia’s culinary origins come from influences from many countries. The most influential ones are Vietnam, China and France.
The day's plan begins in the morning. Many countries attach great importance to the nutritional combination of breakfast, but Cambodia does not at all. In fact, Cambodian villagers rarely eat breakfast. They usually eat high-sugar fruits to replenish their energy during work breaks in the early morning. The fast pace of the city is also affecting young people. They are more inclined to fried foods that can be found everywhere. On the one hand, they can buy and eat them immediately, and on the other hand, they are cheap and affordable.
Lunch time is a symbol of the diversity of local Cambodian cuisine. Influenced by Vietnam and China, the local people are representative of rice noodle soup (num banh chok), which is called "Khmer noodles". The clear soup, fresh rice noodles supplemented with special curry powder and various spices, can taste the taste of multiple countries and cultures in every bite.
Due to the influence of French colonization, the famous baguette was naturally brought to Cambodia . It comes standard with green onions, ham, cucumbers and a variety of braised flavors, and paired with secret sauce, it's hard not to lick your fingers.
If you're a guy who likes to try different cuisines, keep your eyes open.
As the sun sets and the lights begin to shine, the bustling city ushered in the climax of dinner as night falls. The "specialty" food stalls that can be seen everywhere in Cambodia are busy one by one.
Here are: grilled birds, grilled turtles, grilled... and fried crickets, fried scorpions, fried silkworms, fried grasshoppers... The best-selling one is the fried giant water lice (also known as water cockroach) , dragon louse) If that’s not enough, how about a palm-sized fried venomous spider? It is said to taste like a mixture of crab and chicken.
Here is a special reminder to those who dare to try it. If you are allergic , you must be careful before eating insects. The heterogeneous protein in insects will cause a large amount of "histamine" to enter the blood, which may cause serious allergic effects on the cardiovascular system. If not treated promptly, it can cause organ failure and be life-threatening.
Think twice, think twice.
Small suggestion: Be sure to bargain when buying something, basically starting from half price. In addition, Cambodia's climate is hot and humid , so you may need to take multiple showers a day, so bring a few extra sets of clothes so you can change at any time.
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