Historical & Green Days

-          Day 1

Morning

The driver will drive you to Preah Khan temple, built in the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII to honor his father. It is located northeast of Angkor Thom and just west of the Jayatataka baray, with which it was associated. It was the center of a substantial organization, with almost 100,000 officials and servants.

Continue your tour to Bayon Temple - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and smiling stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak.

Heading to Angkor Wat, the temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world. Built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12^th century in Yasodharapura, present-day called Angkor, the capital of the Khmer Empire.

-          DAY 2

Morning

Visit the local market to see how Cambodians do their daily business at the market. In the local market, products are on sale without pricing as it is the bargain market. Therefore, once you decide to buy, make sure you bargain.

Searching more at the workshop, art, and painting to understand how our people do stone and wood carving, and the artists paint the different views of the countryside and temples.

Enjoy your lunch before heading to the village. Choices of food are your decision – Khmer cuisine or your own flavor.

Afternoon

Head straight to villages and interact with our friendly Cambodians. They are so friendly and welcoming local people. We trust that they will like you the most.

You will then see and read about their daily lifestyle, from the dwellings, food, and the way of traditional farming.

Testing the street food there is a must.

ANCIENT HISTORY OF CAMBODIA

A carbon-l4 dating from a cave in northwestern Cambodia suggests that people using stone tools lived in the cave as early as 4000 B.C., and rice has been grown on Cambodian soil since well before the A.D. 1st century. The first Cambodians likely arrived long before either of these dates. They probably migrated from the north, although nothing is known about their language or their way of life.

Source: Tourism of Cambodia

The earliest evidence of habitation in Cambodia has been found at Loang Spean in northwestern Cambodia. It was occupied beginning around 5000 B.C. by people who lived in caves, polished stones and decorated pottery with cord and comb markings. The first evidence of village-like settlements comes from a site called Bas-Plateaux, in southeastern Cambodia, first occupied in the 2nd century B.C.

The earliest evidence of human habitation in the Angkor area has been dated at 5000 B.C. and was in the form of artifacts and remains from pre-Bronze-Age hunter-gatherers. Samrog Sen, in central Cambodia not too far from Angkor Wat, was occupied around 1500 B.C. The bones found at the site are similar to those of modern Cambodians. The use of metal began around 1000 B.C. and became widespread by 500 B.C.

According to the Library of Congress: “By the first century A.D., the inhabitants of had developed relatively stable, organized societies, which had far surpassed the primitive stage in culture and technical skills. The most advanced groups lived along the coast and in the lower Mekong River valley and delta regions, where they cultivated irrigated rice and kept domesticated animals. Scholars believe that these people may have been Austroasiatic in origin and related to the ancestors of the groups who now inhabit insular Southeast Asia and many of the islands of the Pacific Ocean. They worked metals, including both iron and bronze, and possessed navigational skills. Mon-Khmer people, who arrived at a later date, probably intermarried with them.

Source: Library of Congress, December 1987

 According to Lonely Planet: “Much of the southeast was a vast, shallow gulf that was progressively silted up by the mouths of the Mekong, leaving pancake-flat, mineral-rich land ideal for farming. Evidence of cave-dwellers has been found in the northwest of Cambodia. Carbon dating on ceramic pots found in the area shows that they were made around 4200 BC, but it is hard to say whether there is a direct relationship between these cave-dwelling pot makers and contemporary Khmers. Examinations of bones dating back to around 1500 BC, however, suggest that the people living in Cambodia at that time resembled the Cambodians of today. Early Chinese records report that the Cambodians were ‘ugly’ and ‘dark’ and went about naked. However, a healthy dose of skepticism is always required when reading the culturally chauvinistic reports of imperial China concerning its ‘barbarian’ neighbors.

Source: Lonely Planet

The following 600 years saw powerful Khmer kings dominate much of present day Southeast Asia, from the borders of Myanmar east to the South China Sea and north to Laos. It was during this period that Khmer kings built the most extensive concentration of religious temples in the world - the Angkor temple complex. The most successful of Angkor's kings, Jayavarman II, Indravarman I, Suryavarman II and Jayavarman VII, also devised a masterpiece of ancient engineering: a sophisticated irrigation system that includes barays (gigantic man-made lakes) and canals that ensured as many as three rice crops a year. Part of this system is still in use today.

Source: Factsanddetails

To be continued

Kingdom of Cambodia

Cambodia Geography 

Cambodia is a country in mainland Southeast Asia, bordering Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, the Gulf of Thailand. The country is situated in its entirety inside the tropical Indomalayan ecozone and the Indochina Time zone (ICT).

Cambodia's main geographical features are the low lying Central Plain that includes the Tonlé Sap basin, the lower Mekong River flood-plains and the Bassac River plain surrounded by mountain ranges to the north, east, in the south-west and south. The central lowlands extend into Vietnam to the south-east. The south and south-west of the country constitute a 443 km (275 mi) long coast at the Gulf of Thailand, characterized by sizable mangrove marshes, peninsulas, sandy beaches and headlands and bays. Cambodia's territorial waters account for over 50 islands. The highest peak is Phnom Aural, sitting 1,810 meters, (5,938 ft) above sea level.

The landmass is bisected by the Mekong river, which at 486 km (302 mi) is the longest river in Cambodia. After extensive rapids, turbulent sections and cataracts in Laos, the river enters the country at Stung Treng province, is predominantly calm and navigable during the entire year as it widens considerably in the lowlands. The Mekong's waters disperse into the surrounding wetlands of central Cambodia and strongly affect the seasonal nature of the Tonlé Sap lake.

Two third of the country's population live in the lowlands, where the rich sediment deposited during the Mekong's annual flooding makes the agricultural lands highly fertile. The forests, low mountain ranges and local eco-regions still retain much of their natural potential and although still home to the largest areas of contiguous and intact forests in mainland Southeast Asia. 

The majority of the country lies within the Tropical savanna climate zone, as the coastal areas in the South and West receive noticeably more and steady rain before and during the wet season. These areas constitute the easternmost fringes of the south-wes.t monsoon, determined to be inside the Tropical monsoon climate. Countrywide there are two seasons of relatively equal length, defined by varying precipitation as temperatures and humidity are generally high and steady throughout the entire year.

Pre-History

ANCIENT HISTORY OF CAMBODIA

A carbon-l4 dating from a cave in northwestern Cambodia suggests that people using stone tools lived in the cave as early as 4000 B.C., and rice has been grown on Cambodian soil since well before the A.D. 1st century. The first Cambodians likely arrived long before either of these dates. They probably migrated from the north, although nothing is known about their language or their way of life.

Source: Tourism of Cambodia

The earliest evidence of habitation in Cambodia has been found at Loang Spean in northwestern Cambodia. It was occupied beginning around 5000 B.C. by people who lived in caves, polished stones and decorated pottery with cord and comb markings. The first evidence of village-like settlements comes from a site called Bas-Plateaux, in southeastern Cambodia, first occupied in the 2nd century B.C.

The earliest evidence of human habitation in the Angkor area has been dated at 5000 B.C. and was in the form of artifacts and remains from pre-Bronze-Age hunter-gatherers. Samrog Sen, in central Cambodia not too far from Angkor Wat, was occupied around 1500 B.C. The bones found at the site are similar to those of modern Cambodians. The use of metal began around 1000 B.C. and became widespread by 500 B.C.

 According to the Library of Congress: “By the first century A.D., the inhabitants of had developed relatively stable, organized societies, which had far surpassed the primitive stage in culture and technical skills. The most advanced groups lived along the coast and in the lower Mekong River valley and delta regions, where they cultivated irrigated rice and kept domesticated animals. Scholars believe that these people may have been Austroasiatic in origin and related to the ancestors of the groups who now inhabit insular Southeast Asia and many of the islands of the Pacific Ocean. They worked metals, including both iron and bronze, and possessed navigational skills. Mon-Khmer people, who arrived at a later date, probably intermarried with them.

Source: Library of Congress, December 1987

 According to Lonely Planet: “Much of the southeast was a vast, shallow gulf that was progressively silted up by the mouths of the Mekong, leaving pancake-flat, mineral-rich land ideal for farming. Evidence of cave-dwellers has been found in the northwest of Cambodia. Carbon dating on ceramic pots found in the area shows that they were made around 4200 BC, but it is hard to say whether there is a direct relationship between these cave-dwelling pot makers and contemporary Khmers. Examinations of bones dating back to around 1500 BC, however, suggest that the people living in Cambodia at that time resembled the Cambodians of today. Early Chinese records report that the Cambodians were ‘ugly’ and ‘dark’ and went about naked. However, a healthy dose of skepticism is always required when reading the culturally chauvinistic reports of imperial China concerning its ‘barbarian’ neighbors.

Source: Lonely Planet

The following 600 years saw powerful Khmer kings dominate much of present day Southeast Asia, from the borders of Myanmar east to the South China Sea and north to Laos. It was during this period that Khmer kings built the most extensive concentration of religious temples in the world - the Angkor temple complex. The most successful of Angkor's kings, Jayavarman II, Indravarman I, Suryavarman II and Jayavarman VII, also devised a masterpiece of ancient engineering: a sophisticated irrigation system that includes barays (gigantic man-made lakes) and canals that ensured as many as three rice crops a year. Part of this system is still in use today.

Source: Factsanddetails 

Tourist Attraction in Cambodia (To be updated)

Khmer History (To be updated)

Sabara Deal

Deal & Experience Differently!

Explore the magnificent temples of Angkor with your first-hand-experienced local guide. Riding man-made Tuk-Tuk to ancient temples and explore the lesser-known temples of Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre. Visit Ta Prohm, a beautiful temple engulfed in massive trees and roots. These are what we customize your holiday in the heritage land.

Book your ACCOMMODATION now to get the BEST RATE ever and stay in spacious Deluxe Room with pool view. Only USD42.00 for 2 person per night. The rate is included:

- Round trip airport transfers

- Daily buffet breakfast

- City shuttle with free use of local cellphone

- All applicable taxes

- Fresh fruit upon arrival

- 30 minutes Khmer traditional massage each during the stay

CONDITIONS:

- Booking made via hotel website, e-mail and phone call only

- The rate is applied for deluxe room only and not for PEAK PERIOD. Please reach us for further

information

- Booking must be guaranteed by a valid credit card. VISA, Master and JCB accepted.

- Validate till 31st October, 2019

CANCELLATION POLICIES:

- If cancellation made more than 3 days prior to arrival, there is no charge applied

- If cancellation made within 3 days and less prior to arrival, 50% charge from you credit card will be applies

- No-show will be fully charged

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Community Work

I- Hotel Background

“We are Cambodian entrepreneurs who start with a business in Phnom Penh and expand to Siem Reap with tourism-related which is a new initiative for us. Despite this, we love it and proud to receive heart-warming feedback from our guest.”

II- Hotel overview

Perfectly located merely 15 minute from the world re-known Angkor Complex and only 4 minutes from Siem Reap International Airport, Sabara Angkor Resort & Spa situated in the tranquil part of Siem Reap away from the bustling downtown area, while remaining very accessible to any part of the city within 10 minute ride.
The epitome of peaceful Khmer style and comfort, guest rooms and suites all command magnificent swimming pool views surrounded by lefty garden. Intelligently designed, marrying traditional style elements with all the conveniences of state-of-the-art technology and the Sabara Angkor Resort & Spa personal touch service, guests are guaranteed a memorable stay.

Sabara Angkor Resort & Spas’ uniqueness

• Cambodian owned and run

• Personal touch service

• Tranquil location and Cambodian architect design theme

• Community support

• Environmental care

Our Story

Established in 2017 by Cambodians, and run by first-hand experienced Cambodians, with our guest satisfactions at heart. 

Our Philosophy

Connect with the local communities and participate in meaningful causes. 

Our Mission

Formulate and exercise the highest standard of hospitality service possible to each and every guest.

III- Project Background

Not only with business have we focused, but also social work since we grow up here in the ancient land and realize there are things we could give 

back too. We love helping each other especially contributing to our young under privileged for a better education and job opportunity.

How do we help? 

Currently, we undertake a project to fill the land within the school premises and complete the school fence which remains 30 meter in length. The project details are as the following:

Fulfilling land in school premises:

To complete the land filling, we need 100 trucks of land. This will prevent flooding during wet season and create a good environment for the school. In addition to this, the school director will be able to create activities for all young students such as sport training more easily.

Build the remaining fence: 

30 meters length of school fence still remains and we would like to complete this after finishing the land filling. This will secure and protect the school from local animals surrounding.

IV- Financial Matters

Hotel takes responsibility for all expenses of the project. The expenses we collect from hotel activities include:

- Cooking Class:

Joining our cooking class means you have already supported our project. 

Cooking Class details:

All cooking class begins with a tour to our local wet market to purchase fresh ingredients. This is accompanied with a professional guide.

Back to hotel with all the ingredients, you cook under our chef guidance and the delicious output of your labor at our Royal Spice Restaurant.

Note: Cooking class can be taken either at hotel or in the local village.

- Apsara Performance:

We set Apsara Performance twice a week which is regularly performed on Tuesday and Friday of the week commencing from 19:00 till 20:00 at the hotel pool pavilion

Hotel residents and non-residents are welcomed with free access. Guests are encouraged to order from our menu while happily watching the traditional show.

- By the day tour package:

Buying one or more days is your option. This tour will include:

• Man-made Tuk-Tuk with driver

• Drink and cold towel during the day

• Snack lunch at temple

The budget and term for this project are as the following:

- Budget: USD3,650.00

- Term: By working step by step, our hotel will  take 12 months to complete the project

IV.Future Projection Extension 

This is the first project we undertake and we will not end at this point but we will undertake the next one with which we will consider regarding social welfare and sanitation awareness.

V.Proclaim 

We are taking this opportunity to announce that we accept all your donations in any amount in order to speed up the project so that we will be able to undertake the next activity as mentioned above.

Mebon Primary School is now educating more than 140 young students from grade 1 to grade 6. Study materials are also in need.

For more information, please contact us at the address we provide above. It is our pleasure to respond to you and share further details.

VI.Appreciation 

Sabara Angkor Hotel & Siem Reap based in Siem Reap, the Kingdom of Cambodia, would like to express our sincere appreciation for your effort and kind contribution especially your continued support for our initiatives.

Apsara Performace

Apsara Performance 

Please be announced that our hotel regularly organizes Apsara Performance at the hotel pool pavilion with free admission for all our hotel guests.

At the same time, we prepare mouthwatering BBQ with selection of Seafood, Chicken, Beef, Vegetables and Rice that you can pick-up for your dinner or you can order A La Carte from the menu. The charge for foods and drinks will be applied accordingly to the prices set in the menu. The schedule is as the following:

Venue:                       Pool pavilion

Show started:            19:30 till 20:30 (1 hour perform)

Date:                           On every Monday and Thursday of the week

Dinner:                       18:00 till 22:00

If you do not prefer enjoying your dinner with us, you still can enjoy the show. Therefore, we cordially invite you for an ambient evening and experience with us.

NOTE: The swimming pool is not closed during the time framed but there will be no sunbeds. We do apologize regarding the sunbeds and thank you for your kind understanding.

For more information, please contact us 

The brief Story 

Blessing Dace

The dance is performed by a group of young Khmer girls to wish for good health, happiness, prosperity and success. The blessing dance was first performed in Cambodia to rid the royal palace of evil spirits and bless the Royal Kingdom.  Today it is performed to bless events and welcome guests as well as the delegates

The dance features graceful and elegant movements, holding golden goblets. Inside the goblets are flower blossoms. The blossoms are symbolic representations of blessings from the Gods. As the dancers pluck the blossoms from the goblets and gently toss them forward the audience, the gesture symbolizes the blessings of the Gods falling upon the audience

Coconut Shell Dance

Coconut Shell Danc has been a legacy of Khmer people for a long time. This traditional folk dance was originated from Romeas Hek district in Svay Rieng Province. This Dance is performed during the wedding ceremony (Groom Procession) and other festivals for cheering the atmosphere.

Fishing Dace.

This lively folk dance depicts the daily life of Khmer farmers and fishermen, who dance with traditional bamboo fishing equipment. Traditionally, fishing quarters often served as a meeting place for young couples. A charming courting scene ends the piece with playful teasing among the young men and women, making this dance very popular among audiences today.

Golden Fish Dance. 

Sovann Maccha is a short scene of a classical ballet which extracted from the Cambodian Ramayana. It is an episode of King Ram’s mobilizing force to set up a rock dam to liberate his wife. The mobilizing force was under the command of Hanuman, the chief of the monkey forces. In this scene, the Golden fish tries to destroy the bridge. While Hanuman realizes that his bridge is being taken a part, he finds himself falling in love with Golden Fish.

Social Work

Sabara Angkor Resort & Spa

“We are Cambodian entrepreneurs who start with a business in Phnom Penh and expand to Siem Reap with tourism-related which is a new initiative for us. Despite this, we love it and proud to receive heart-warming feedbacks from our guest.”

Perfectly located merely 15 minute from the world re-known Angkor Complex and only 4 minutes from Siem Reap International Airport, Sabara Angkor Resort & Spa situated in the tranquil part of Siem Reap away from the bustling downtown area, while remaining very accessible to any part of the city within 10 minute ride. 

The epitome of peaceful Khmer style and comfort, guest rooms and suites all command magnificent swimming pool views surrounded by lefty garden. Intelligently designed, marrying traditional style elements with all the conveniences of state-of-the-art technology and the Sabara Angkor Resort & Spa personal touch service, guests are guaranteed a memorable stay.

Not only with business have we focused, but also social work since we grow up here in the ancient land and realize there are things we could give back too. We love helping each other especially contributing to our young under privileged for a better education and job opportunity

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