Cambodia : Siem Reap
FCC, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap (the town near Angkor Wat) may not be the ‘real Cambodia' but it is certainly a relaxing place to spend time. It has a big choice of places to eat and drink (lunch at the Foreign Correspondents Club was a special treat). It remains to be seen if the town will be ruined by the ‘development’ which is taking place out of Highway 6.
http://www.fcccambodia.com/angkor/
Riverside view
I assume that this was originally the base for correspondents, but nowadays it is the haunt of tourists and Cambodians with a bit of money. While it is not expensive by London standards ($12 for a good salad and beer), it is possible to eat more cheaply near the Old Market. So if you are having lunch (or dinner) at the FACC, I recommend that you allow plenty of time to savour the setting and enjoy the food.
Lunch on the balcony
It is also possible to simply stop in for a drink (I think they have Happy Hours in the early evening).
I liked the balcony which has a view of the river. Because the building is set well back from the road, you need not be bothered with traffic.
Sculpture in the garden
The fine print
Date of travel : February 2008
Country information :
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/cb.html