Beng Malea

Beng Melea

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July 25th 2008
We made it to Seam Reap and had a free afternoon yesterday. Eager to see some temples I went alone by motorbike to Beng Melea and had an "Indiana Jones" experience. This morning we went to Angkor for sunrise and will return in a few moments for an entire day of Angkor Wat, Ta Phrom, Bayon and the other temples and temple complexes. I think you may have to wait until I come home to see photos a ... 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