Louise...

Siem Reap

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June 13th 2006
Hi All Spent the last 3 days in Siem Reap which i have really enjoyed. The temples of Angkor have been the highlight. Also chilled out by a pool, visited the landmine museum and orphanage. Siem Reap is geared up for tourists so lots of westernised things here - a bar street wih great cocktails and the best ever sorbet at Blue Pumpkin bakery/restaurant. The traditional Khmer and Cambodian curr ... 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