Reflections on the lake

I Heart Siem Reap (Again)

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September 22nd 2007
I can't be sure, but have a feeling that Siem Reap is one of my favourite places in the world. Why? Not only does it have amazing temple ruins to explore only a few minutes drive away, but it has THE quirkiest restaurant and bar scene. Ever. I've mentioned Dead Fish before, the restaurant with a crocodile pit in it; I've mentioned the Warehouse with A4 sized playing cards. I may have even mentione ... read more

Asia » Cambodia » North » Siem Reap

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Most Cambodians consider themselves to be Khmers, whose Angkor Empire extended over much of Southeast Asia and reached its zenith between the 10th and 13th centuries. Subsequently, attacks by the Thai and Cham (from present-day Vietnam) weakened the ... ... read more