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Eight Romantic Getaways in Southeast Asia

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Siem Reap, Cambodia
Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat

Image © Gerry van der Linden, used with permission.

Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor Wat, can kickstart a romantic getaway that few places can match for atmosphere and adventure.

The city's French colonial atmosphere is largely preserved, particularly around around Sivutha Street and the Old Market area. You can buy presents for your love at Psar Leu's jewelry and woodcraft shops, or enjoy a candle-lit dinner at one of the many restaurants now proliferating in the city.

Of course, a trip to Siem Reap just isn't complete without visiting the temples in Angkor, the 12th-century Khmer capital. For many couples, watching the sun rise from Angkor Wat serves as the highlight of the trip. You can also bring your significant other to ride the balloon that gives you a birds'-eye-view of Angkor Wat and its neighboring temples.

For more about this entrancing mix of the old and new in Cambodia, read Travel to Siem Reap, Cambodia - A Beginner's Guide. You can also refer to this article on 10 Things to Do in Siem Reap and Transportation to Siem Reap.

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