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    Kampot: 20 Must See Attractions
    Kampot: 20 Must See Attractions
    Kampot: 20 Must See Attractions
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    Kampot: 20 Must See Attractions

    By Anton Swanepoel

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    Relax in the sleepy town of Kampot after climbing up and down temples in Siem Reap.

    Kampot, a sleepy French colonial town built in the 1800s and situated at the base of the Elephant Mountains, is the perfect place to relax after climbing up and town temples. In a town so small that a bicycle is almost too much, friendly smiles, wide-open streets, French colonial architecture, and a restful atmosphere, will make you forget about time and your worries. Watch the sun’s rays reflect off the river as it sets over the mountains, while you enjoy stimulating conversation in one of the plenty restaurants that line the riverfront. Tomorrow, you may go and see if the rumors of the haunted old casino next to the French church in Bokor Mountain is true, or maybe you will go and cool off in the river, or maybe go and see one of the many other attractions, but that is tomorrow, or the day after, as time does not matter here. A trip to Cambodia is not complete, without discovering Kampot, a town that will create memories and fill your photo album, while you unwind at your own pace.

    This travel guide features 20 handpicked must see attractions by the author, just for you. Learn about caves, pagodas, and other attractions that may not be included in a typical tour package. Some of these (the pepper farms, salt flats, haunted casino, and secret lake) are a must-see and part of the overall experience. You’ve traveled a long way; don’t pass up some of the hidden treasures. This concise and straightforward guide will add untold dimension and depth to your Cambodia experience.

    Some of what you’ll learn:
    A short description of each attraction that is informative and to the point.
    How to plan and arrange your time.
    Entry fees and the operating times where applicable.
    The best time to visit an attraction.
    Highlights what makes the attraction unique.
    GPS Coordinates to Attractions.

    If you want to explore Cambodia past Angkor Wat, then This Book Is For You

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    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAnton Swanepoel
    Release dateFeb 8, 2015
    ISBN9781310009099
    Kampot: 20 Must See Attractions
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    Anton Swanepoel

    Adventurer and world traveler, Anton Swanepoel, hales originally from Pretoria, South Africa, but has called a number of exotic locations home. Educated as a software engineer, he worked for a large multinational company before deciding to travel the globe. Along life's journey, Anton became a skilled scuba diver and technical diving instructor, teaching for seven years while living in the Cayman Islands. His resume touts Tri-Mix instructor levels from multiple licensing agencies, and dive records over 400 feet. Mr. Swanepoel has always loved travel and writing. In the past several years he's combined these passions, authoring and publishing a host of books, sharing secrets he's learned along the way. When he's not exploring an underwater landscape or racing a motorcycle down a stretch of highway, you'll find Anton visiting world destinations and chronicling his experiences. Today, he is a fulltime globetrotter and writer, having penned instructional guides for diving and travel, as well as a pair of fictional novels. His excurtion titles are geared toward do-it-yourself travelers, who enjoy saving money and seeing the out-of-way places. His favorite destinations include, Machu Picchu, the mountains of Vietnam, and the Temples at Angkor Wat.

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      Kampot - Anton Swanepoel

      Kampot is in southeast Cambodia, at the base of the Elephant Mountains, and is the capital of Kampot province. Kampot is 150km from Phnom Penh, 100km from Sihanoukville, and 26 km from Kep. The Prek Kampong Bay River, cuts Kampot in two, with the city center being located on the east side.

      Build in the 1800s, it housed the first sea port in Cambodia, and remained an important town until the southern port at Kampong Som was built in the 1950s. Kampot has changed hands between the Vietnamese and Cambodian government a number of times in its history. King Ang-Duong finally took permanent control of Kampot in the 1840’s. Kampot’s beauty and importance as a seaport, caught the eye of rich French bureaucrats that invested heavily in the development of the town. Their investment let to the development of the Bokor hill station, and much of the older architecture of the town that now makes up part of the tourist attraction of the town. Kampot province is renowned for the best peppers and salt in Cambodia.

      Kampot is possibly one of the most relaxed towns in Cambodia, and definitely a must see. With its wide French Colonial style streets and old buildings, friendly people, and nearby attractions, one can be forgiven for forgetting about time. A number of restaurants and hotels line the river bank, where one can enjoy a drink and a meal with a view of the Elephant Mountains in the distance.

      Kampot offers the best attraction within scooter ride compared to Kep and Sihanoukville.

      This book has 22 must see attractions in Kampot that you must see when visiting Cambodia. 22? Okay, I could not help myself and gave you two bonus attractions free of charge.

      In the back of the book is a six day suggested itinerary to help you make the most of your time in Kampot.

      The attractions are listed alphabetically, to make it easier for you to find them. Please note that for best time to visit given for an attraction, that ANYTIME, means when the place is open, not anytime of the day as in 12pm.

      Siem Reap

      Siem Reap is the capital city of Siem Reap Province in northwestern Cambodia, and the gateway city to Angkor Wat. The city’s name translates to Defeat of Siam. According to legend, King Ang Chan (1516–1566) gave the city its name after he drove back an army sent to invade Cambodia by the Thai King Maha Chakkraphat in 1549. This has not been proven as fact as of yet and remains a legend and the actual origin of the name remains unknown.

      Today, Siem Reap is a vibrant town and a favorite

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