🔫| Insane New Year’s Celebrations Siem Reap April 2024 | Best Festival EVER in Cambodia

Khmer New Year 2024: An incredible and unforgettable experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This video was filmed on the 13th of April the first day of the festival. There are 3 days of celebration:
Moha Sangkran initiates the celebration, focusing on cleansing and ancestral homage.
Vanabot follows, emphasizing charity and community support. It's a day of giving and compassion, often involving donations to temples and the less fortunate.
Finally, Leung Sakk concludes the festivities with family reunions, feasting, and cultural performances. These days embody the essence of gratitude, unity, and artistic preservation.

I’ve shown the following locations:
BBU Street: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cH24fucboVBa1...
Royal Independence Gardens: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1hWFX7HwTtuNR...
Pub Street: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LYqvydJVKXgta...
Beer Yard: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yQZt7buZTU1GA...

Happy New Year/ sursedey chnam thmey!

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0:00 - Celebrating Khmer New Year: An Introduction
0:11 - Journey to Pub Street: The Heart of the Celebration
0:29 - Exploring Royal Independence Garden and Siem Reap River
0:44 - Understanding Khmer New Year and its Differences from Songkran
1:04 - Embracing the Fun: Water Fights and Festivities
1:30 - A Solo Adventure in Independence Gardens
1:48 - Transition from Thailand to Cambodia for Khmer New Year
2:17 - Early Impressions of Pub Street and Anticipation for the Night
2:37 - A Walk to the Garden: A Glimpse of Siem Reap City
3:09 - Exploring Siem Reap River and its Surroundings
3:33 - Getting Local Insights for the Best Festival Experience
4:03 - The Festival Begins: Initial Observations and Expectations
4:23 - Preparing for the Water Fight and Protecting Equipment
5:06 - Comparing Khmer New Year to King's Day in Netherlands
5:22 - Experiencing Local Cuisine at the Festival
6:06 - Exploring Kilometer-Long Food Stalls, Barbecues, and Drink Stalls at the Festival
6:26 - Navigating Traffic and Embracing Local Hospitality
7:39 - Approaching the Heart of the Party
8:01 - Exploring Boat Rides on Siem Reap River
8:21 - Preparing for Water Fights and Exploring Local Shops
9:02 - Anticipating the Night's Festivities on Pub Street
9:31 - Sampling Local Drinks at the Festival
10:46 - Observing Early Stages of Water Fights
11:20 - Understanding the Significance of Khmer New Year
11:59 - Observing Cambodia's Dry Season and its Impact
12:29 - Paying Respect at Local Temples
13:06 - Participating in Local Rituals and Celebrations
13:32 - Interacting with Locals and Enjoying Local Beverages
14:05 - Appreciating the Beauty of Southeast Asia
14:24 - Cooling Down with a Coke and Preparing for More Festivities
15:08 - Exploring the Cambodian Hospitality
15:39 - Discussing Safety in Phnom Penh
16:12 - The Contrast Between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap
16:31 - Upcoming Cambodian Series Announcement
17:07 - Meeting a Local Street Vendor
17:48 - Trying Out Local Cambodian Street Food
18:30 - Why I Chose to Buy Sausages from the Vendor
19:10 - Meeting a Local in Siem Reap
19:55 - Learning About Cambodian Traditions from a Local
20:28 - Discussing the Affordability of Siem Reap
21:13 - Expectations vs Reality of Siem Reap During Songkran
21:40 - Meeting a Cambodian-American Visitor
22:37 - Learning About the Cambodian Diaspora in America
23:05 - Discussing Life Choices and Future Plans with a Cambodian-American Visitor
23:48 - Exploring New Areas in Cambodia After This Video
24:45 - A Glimpse of Pub Street During Daytime
25:28 - Starting the Evening Exploration of the City at Night
26:12 - Introduction to the Beer Yard and Its Owner, Emily
27:02 - Celebrating Choul Chnam Thmey, the Cambodian New Year at the Beer Yard
27:56 - Starting the Night at Pub Street for Songkran Celebrations
28:22 - Experiencing the Biggest Water Fight in Cambodia on BBU Road
29:15 - Heading to Pub Street for Cambodia New Year Celebrations
29:58 - The Wild Party Atmosphere at Pub Street During Khmer New Year
31:11 - The Famous Pub Street at Night During Khmer New Year