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The Glossary
South Coast Travel Guide
Cambodia has a lot more to offer than the remnants of its pre-Angkorian temples. For those who fancy a few days of relaxation away from the well-worn tourist trail, the place to go is the South Coast. Brimming with unspoiled beaches and interesting landmarks, the coast is still at its infancy in terms of commercial tourism. That aspect makes it more attractive to foreign visitors to come and discover its hidden grandeur.
Visitors can start with the small town of Kampot known for its beautiful islets now peppered with a good number of resorts and casinos. The town was once the premier choice of French colonialists as a vacation hot spot. From Kampot, visitors can also visit the Kompong Som also known as Sihanoukville, the first maritime port of Cambodia. Tourists throng to it as the area has a few palm-fringed beaches, some of which are practically deserted, giving a "cast away" feel. Popular beaches are the Serendipity Beach, Ocheautealand Independence Beach, all of which are good jumping-off points for those wanting to snorkel, scuba dive or island hop.
Not to be missed when visiting the South Coast is the Bokor Hill station established by the French elite and famous throughout the whole Cambodia as the summer capital of the lowlanders during the scorching heat of summer. The atmosphere of Bokor is a reminiscent of a French city with its old colonial buildings, Catholic churches and the deserted, quaint residences of some French aristocrats.
A trip to the South Coast is not complete without digging into a seafood feast at one of the many beachside restaurants, or simply watching the spectacular sunset with an iced-lemonade on hand. Nature lovers, on the other hand, can bask in the scenic vistas of the Ream National Park, watching the storks and egrets in flight.
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