War Museum Cambodia

"Checked out the War Museum in Siem Reap and it was a really eye-opening experience. Walking through the old tanks, helicopters, and weapons on display gave a real sense of Cambodia’s past struggles. What made it even more meaningful were the personal stories shared about the war and its impact on everyday life. It’s not a huge place, but it hits hard and leaves you thinking. Definitely worth a visit if you want to understand more about the country beyond the temples."

Dr. Subhasree Ray

"i found it extremely interesting to see these leftovers from the civil war. i first visited in 2019 before Covid and found it very fascinating, although the gentleman who is now there as a guide was not there, it was still captivating, though the gentlemen did truly give much insight into how it was. i am of the age where all this is familiar to me and happened in an era of history that i am more than acquainted with. Some of the weapons being made in the US are also recognizable to me. This was the weaponry of the war in Vietnam, which i was vehemently opposed, to and did not take part in, which it seems i was right in. i am opposed to war but i am fascinated by man's creativity when it comes to machines and mechanisms a tribute to his inventiveness, but not necessarily always for good.
The exhibits were quite a bit degraded since my first visit, probably due to the climate, and lack of upkeep, perhaps because of funding issues, possibly due to regulations concerning the rifles and small arms, and rust is taking its toll, but it doesn't lessen the impact but speaks to the immediacy of seeing this while it is still recognizable. I say this as someone who spent 3 years working at a museum, a children's museum, no less, and i am well-acquainted with the upkeep and maintenance issues which take place in an unsupervised place where everything is out in the open, do not touch signs being somewhat inadequate when dealing with people who may not speak English or just plain ignore signs. i noticed a review with a picture of a grenade launcher being handled, there are probably more examples."

Greg Ochylski

"To break up the monotony of visiting the various temples in Siem Reap (which quite frankly all blend into one another after awhile), I decided to pay this place a visit and wasn't expecting much so I can't say I was disappointed.

It's more of a war relics junkyard than a museum as all the pieces on display have been left to rot and perish out in the elements, but it's still quite cool (in a geeky kind of way) to have a look at the various pieces on display.

As others have mentioned, there's not a whole lot of information on offer but the only area where that differs is the small museum at the far back corner which has displays of explosive ordinance along with storyboards detailing the horrors that they wreak, long after the battles and wars have finished.

I personally think the $5USD admission is a bit high for what's on offer but then again, it's worth it if you've got 30-45mins to kill and don't want to go see another temple or get another massage.

For those that have even a passing interest in military related subjects, then the price of admission is easily justified.

I'd rate it 3 stars, not because it's an average attraction, more so that I feel indifferent about it and would neither recommend or discourage someone from visiting it.

It exists to serve a purpose so it's your decision whether it fits yours."

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