A trip to Siem Reap is a great opportunity for all tourists to have a good understanding of Khmer culture such as art, traditional music and dance, literature, language and Khmer society through food, lifestyle and the attitude of Cambodian people. Siem Reap is a gateway to Angkor Wat, the millenium-old temple ruins of the Khmer Empire. Set along the Siem Reap River, this small provincial capital boasts hundreds of sightseeing opportunities such as well-preserved colonial buildings, museums, traditional markets, and cultural performances.