Cambodia’s Green Season has arrived earlier this year, with rain and cloudy skies starting in May 2025. This unexpected shift has transformed Siem Reap into a lush paradise sooner than usual, bringing green moss-covered temples, fresh air, and fewer crowds—a dream for travelers seeking a peaceful and picturesque experience.
Overview Visiting Angkor Wat in the rainy season offers a very different charm compared to the dry months. While many travelers prefer sunshine, I find that the monsoon brings out the true colors of Cambodia – lush greenery, full moats, and a refreshing coolness in the air. On October 1st, I captured two photos during…
Few travel moments rival the serenity and awe of watching the sunrise over Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s iconic temple complex. In November, the weather is cooler, the sky clearer, and the crowd more energized after the rainy season. I captured these special moments around 6:00 AM, using my Canon 4000D with a 55–250mm lens, and it…
Phnom Bakheng Temple Phnom Bakheng, perched atop a hill just north of Angkor Wat, is one of the most iconic sunset viewpoints in Cambodia. Built at the end of the 9th century during the reign of King Yasovarman I, it was dedicated to Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. This temple served as…
April is normally the dry season in Cambodia, but this year feels different. From December 2024 through February 2025, the weather remained cool and pleasant, lasting longer than usual. And surprisingly, even April brought a heavy rainstorm—an unusual but welcome refreshment. A Morning Full of Calm Thanks to this extended cool season and recent rain,…
This morning, I arrived at Srah Srang a little late—around 6:49 AM—but nature still greeted me with a stunning surprise. Although the sky was not completely clear, soft golden sunrays pierced through the cloud layers, casting a magical light over the reservoir. The reflections on the calm water created a peaceful and dreamy scene. Despite…
Date: April 16, 2025Location: Srah Srang, Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem ReapEvent: Khmer New Year & Angkor Sankranta 2025 (#AS25) Khmer New Year is usually known for its hot, dry days – especially from April 14 to 16. But this year, nature had a surprise for us. On April 16, 2025, while people were still enjoying…