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August 3rd 2008
Published: September 1st 2008
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Sunday 3rd August Our Cambodian trip started in Phnom Penh where we spent a couple of days. I haven't included a blog for this period of time as I really didn't do much. Having been here last year I already did all the tourist things like the Killing Fields, S21 prison camp etc. This was Chris' first time to Phnom Penh so he did all that stuff while I just wandered around the markets and took ... Read Full Entry



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Bayon - Angkor ThomBayon - Angkor Thom
Bayon - Angkor Thom
Buddhist temple built in the late 12 century. One of the more impressive temples of Angkor.
Central Sanctuary - BayonCentral Sanctuary - Bayon
Central Sanctuary - Bayon
Face - BayonFace - Bayon
Face - Bayon
There are over 200 large faces carved on the 54 towers.
Linga - BayonLinga - Bayon
Linga - Bayon
A representation of the male organ and a symbol of Shiva and his role in creation.
Preah KhanPreah Khan
Preah Khan
Buddhist temple built second half of the 12th century. Was dedicated to the father of the king.
Leaning Tree - Preah KhanLeaning Tree - Preah Khan
Leaning Tree - Preah Khan
Typical AmericanTypical American
Typical American
Typical arrogant American blatantly ignoring the danger signs posted and entering restricted zones.
Garuda - Preah KhanGaruda - Preah Khan
Garuda - Preah Khan
Mythical creature with a human body and birdlike features.
Central Sanctuary - Neak PeanCentral Sanctuary - Neak Pean
Central Sanctuary - Neak Pean
Built in the 12th century, Neak Pean is an arificial island measuring 350 metres on each side and built in the middle of a man-made reservoir.
Getting hassled - Neak PeanGetting hassled - Neak Pean
Getting hassled - Neak Pean
The advantages of travelling with a westerner is that they will take the brunt of the sellers attacking tourists.
Getting hassled - Neak PeanGetting hassled - Neak Pean
Getting hassled - Neak Pean
More of the same
Getting hassled - Neak PeanGetting hassled - Neak Pean
Getting hassled - Neak Pean
Chris getting swapped now while I kick back with a cold drink and enjoy the show.
Ta SomTa Som
Ta Som
Buddhist temple built end of the 12th century.
East Gopura - Ta SomEast Gopura - Ta Som
East Gopura - Ta Som
Huge ficus tree entwined on the eastern gateway to Ta Som.
East Gopura Front - Ta SomEast Gopura Front - Ta Som
East Gopura Front - Ta Som
East MebonEast Mebon
East Mebon
Hindu temple built second half of the 10th century.
Monolithic Elephant - East MebonMonolithic Elephant - East Mebon
Monolithic Elephant - East Mebon
Cooling Off - AngkorCooling Off - Angkor
Cooling Off - Angkor
Pub Street - Siem ReapPub Street - Siem Reap
Pub Street - Siem Reap
Funky Munky - Siem ReapFunky Munky - Siem Reap
Funky Munky - Siem Reap
Brought back memories of our last trip to Hanoi ;-)
Food Stall Owners - Siem ReapFood Stall Owners - Siem Reap
Food Stall Owners - Siem Reap
Near Pub Street.



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