US Dollars are the de-facto currency of the country and visitors can pay anywhere in Dollars. However, you should change large bills at banks, hotels or exchange places.
Many places will not have small change for small purchases. Almost all other currencies can be exchanged in the larger cities. The Thai Baht can be used in [...]
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Facts About Cambodia
Her country’s name is the Kingdom of Cambodia. Their motto is Nation follow by religion and the King. Its capital is Phnom Penh and has a growing population of 13.1 million. Their time zone is GT +7 hours.
Most of the 95% population are in Theravada Buddhism.
Cambodia’s currency is in Riel, about US$1 [...]
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Angkor Night Market
This is a recent new addition to the Siem Reap shopping scene. The Angkor Night Market has many stalls selling a wide varieties of handicrafts, souvenirs, paintings, silk, bamboo products and local wine.
There is also an Island Bar in the middle of the market where you can sip a cool drink after a [...]
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Entrance Fees for the Angkor Temples
Half Day Pass: US$20.00
1-Day Pass: US$20.00
2-3 Day Pass: US$40.00
1 week or 7 Day Pass: US$60.00
Children under 12 are permitted Free entry.
Tips
If you are on a tuk tuk tour, your driver will send you to the entrance of the Angkor Park to purchase the tickets. When you get there, go to [...]
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Bon Phcom Ben is the autumn festival dedicated to the spirits of the dead. During a 15-day period leading up to Bon Phcom Ben, also known as Bonn Dak Ben, food and money are offered to monks.
On the 15th day of the festival the full moon appears. This day is Bonn Phcom Ben or the [...]
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Banking in Cambodia
There are several national banks where you can change or withdraw money.
Working hours are 8am till 3.30pm from Monday to Friday.
All banks will accept traveller’s cheques at the 2% to 4% commission charge.
Visa, JCB, Master Card and American Express credit cards are all commonly accepted. To get cash from your credit card, you [...]
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