As the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh is the usual SE Asian mix of rich, poor, plenty of mopeds and a decent nightlife. From what I saw, there are two main sections to the city which have become known as Riverside and Lakeside. John and Ceira had previously stayed in the Grand View guest house (Lakeside) and said it was comfortable enough. Andy and I dumped our stuff and went for a walk, leaving the other two to sleep; they were heading off for a couple of days trekking early the next morning. The lake is pretty cool, lined with pretty much identical bars extending slightly out onto the water, it's mostly covered in foliage through which paths have been cut. You can hop onboard a tiny canoe style boat with a local kid and they'll
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