Due to its politically and economically shaky position Cambodia is one of the least known and traveled to destinations in the South East Asia. Since the 1800s, the country has endured French rule, the Lon Nol government, the Khmer Rouge regime and Vietnamese intervention in 1979. In the relative political stability that followed the U.N.-sponsored elections in Cambodia in 1993, tourism began to flourish. But the coup in 1997 and the resulting military and political upheaval, has brought the country's fastest-growing industry to a near standstill.
It’s hard to say exactly how safe the country is to tourists. As long as you stay within the vicinity of Phnom Penh and Angkor, you should be reasonably safe. Just remember, the people are very poor here and a living tourist is worth a lot of money.
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Cambodia borders on by Vietnam, Laos and Thailand, but it's not advisable to cross the borders between these countries. The best way to travel to Cambodia it to fly directly to it's capital Phnom Penh. Phnom Penh has been the home of the Khmer Rouge since 1975. Traveling to Cambodia is almost impossible without a visit here. The city is renowned for its beauty, though recent history took its toll here too. Especially the area surrounding the Royal Palace with the magnificent Khmer towers and the French villas overlooking the banks of the Tonle Sap river is worth a visit.
Angkor Wat is the key tourist attraction of Cambodia. The nearly 900-year-old temple has been described as the jewel of the country, transporting visitors in time and spirit. Since it’s rediscovery in the late 19th century it has been competing with monuments like the Taj Mahal to be listed as the eighth world wonder.
Another touristy hotspot is Sihanoukville on the South Coast. Here paradise like bays and empty white sand beaches lined with palm trees are waiting for you to relax and sunbathe.
Other major cities are Battambang, the second largest city, Kampong Cham, Kandal, Prey Veng, Takeo, Kampung Thom, Svay Rieng and Kampong Speu.
Cambodia has three seasons. The rainy, monsoon season, lasts from May to October. November to April is the dry season, this is split into cold season from November to January and the hot season is from February to April. Temperatures change can be very slight between each season and can range from between 21 to 35 degrees celcius
