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Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity
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Amber Fort
- Carry a hat or parasol and wear sunscreen. The sun here is powerful, and there’s not much shade.
- Bring water, as it’s not available for sale inside the fort gates.
- Comfortable shoes are a must, as getting up to the fort and around the grounds requires a lot of walking.
- Travelers with mobility concerns can take a jeep up to the top of the palace for an extra fee.
- Amber is pronounced “ah-meer.”
Andong Folk Museum
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Amphawa Floating Market
- The Amphawa Floating Market is a must-do for travelers looking to get off the beaten path.
- Don’t forget to bring cash in small denominations if you plan to shop or eat at the market.
- Visit the market on a half- or full-day tour from Hua Hin.
- Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and drinking water.
Ang Thong National Marine Park
- Ang Thong National Marine Park is a must for nature lovers and adventure travelers.
- Choose between a group boat tour or a private excursion aboard a speedboat or luxury yacht.
- Full-day tours to Ang Thong from Koh Samui last upwards of eight hours.
- Don’t forget to bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a hat.
- Most tours provide water and snorkeling gear.
Angkor Thom
The last capital of the Khmers is a stupendous complex on a stupefying scale; established in the 12th century on the site of an earlier capital, Angkor Thom dwarfs even nearby Angkor Wat. The city’s 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) of wall is ringed by a moat (which no longer holds water or – thankfully – crocodiles). Each of the five enormous gates is a monument in itself, approached by avenues lined with 108 divinities (good on the left, evil on the right).
Some elevation will help you make sense of the layout; head for the Terrace of the Elephants or nearby Terrace of the Leper King with their intricate carvings, or the hilltop Phnom Bakheng, particularly popular at sunset. Among the myriad other points of interest are the temples of East Mebon and Pre Rup, built in the same “temple-mountain” style as Angkor Wat.
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The southern gate to Angkor Thom lies 4.5 miles (7 kilometers) north of Siem Reap, past Angkor Wat. Baphuon and Bayon are also within the complex while much-photographed Ta Prohm lies to the east, an evocative ruin where trees force their way through intricately carved stone.
Andong Hahoe Folk Village
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Anjuna Beach
- If you’re visiting the Anjuna flea market, remember to bargain.
- Wear sunscreen and a hat, as the sun here can be powerful.
- Access to this beach requires walking down a narrow pathway with lots of steps.
America Mura
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Anika Spa
- An aromatherapy foot massage at this spa near Bali airport makes a great treatment to counter any post-flight swelling.
- As with many Balinese spas, Anika Spa offers couple’s treatments, including side-by-side massages and 2-person flower baths: simply request on booking.
- Don’t be shy; ask your therapist to adjust the strength of your massage.
- Rather than negotiating with street solicitors, book a Balinese spa package that includes door-to-door transfers.
Annapurna Mountain Range
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Ameyoko Shopping Street
As the name suggests, the alley was once filled with candy shops. In the years following World War II, candy shops gave way to black market stalls selling illegally imported American goods. Today, you won’t find much of either. What you will find is a range of clothing, accessories, cosmetics, spices and foods in more than 400 shops. For many locals, the New Year season means taking a shopping trip to Ameyoko to pick up traditional New Year’s foods like fish cakes, crab and roe.
Even if you’re not in the market for Japanese food products, a stroll down Ameyoko Shopping Street still makes for an enjoyable experience. Soak up the atmosphere, pick up some souvenirs and sample some traditional street snacks from the local vendors.
Ancient City Museum
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Angkor Wat
- Angkor Wat is Cambodia’s most popular attraction, which makes for large crowds. Book your tour in advance to save time.
- Angkor Wat is a sacred site for Khmer people, and visitors should dress modestly. To visit the top tier, you must have your upper arms and thighs covered.
- At any given time, a limited number of visitors are allowed to ascend to the top tier for views of the surrounding landscape.
- A lawn in the outer ring has two free-standing roofless libraries that serve as peaceful places to escape the inevitable crowds.
American Memorial Cemetery
- The Manila American Cemetery is an essential stop for history lovers, veterans, and Americans with family members who served in World War II.
- The Manila American Cemetery is a graveyard. The dress code forbids exercise clothing, and visitors are expected to behave respectfully.
- Be sure to bring photo ID to show at the gate.
- The behavioral constraints of visiting a cemetery mean the Manila American Cemetery may not be appropriate for young children. Older children will learn a lot from the informative displays.
Ancestral Goa Center
- The museum is largely outside, so wear sunscreen and a hat.
- The Ancestral Goa Center is well-suited to families with kids or anyone with an interest in local culture.
- Don't miss the center’s Sant Mirabai statue, which, at 14 meters long, is the largest laterite sculpture in the country.
Ancient City Wall at South Gate
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Ancient House
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Annah Rais
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Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall
Designed using neo-classical renaissance style, the building was completed under the orders of King Rama V in 1915 with the help of two Italian architects. Beneath a large central dome the hall was used to house the first Thai Parliament after it was completed.
As a museum, the building now showcases several permanent exhibits featuring the works of national artists as well as handicrafts designed by students of the Chitralada Vocational Center. Guided tours are available on most days. Just be mindful that as a royal establishment, a strict dress code applies.