Bayon

Siem Reap and Angkor

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April 6th 2011
I didn't exactly love Cambodia when I first arrived. Poipet is well known for its visa and transport scams but I'd organised an e-visa beforehand so I didn't have any trouble getting in. Once there though, its hard to get to your next destination without being ripped off unless your willing to wait until the next morning when the regular buses apparently run. Any later than 8am and your only optio ... read more

Asia » Cambodia

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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