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March 8th 2008
Published: March 13th 2008
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#9- CAMBODIA-Part 1 SIEM REAP, ANGKOR WAT AND TEMPLES Arrived at night after flying 5 hours from northern end of Chinese empire to the southern end of the Chinese empire. It felt so good not to be wearing a coat, even late at night in open Tuk-tuk (motorcycle with open carriage at back). The first day, very tired, I just took it easy; wandering around the local town (Siem Reap near Angkor Wat a... Read Full Entry



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John Oroad
Epoch
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FROM CHINA TO KOREA I have recently returned from two trips to China teaching English and I am about to start teaching again; this time in South Korea. I love travel, especially in Asia and by working there, feel I experience the country more than by just passing thru it. My previous travels before China were 15 months in North America and Europe in 1975-76 and many South East Asian countries in 1980-81 for another 9 months. After almost another quarter of a century living in Australia, I got the travel bug once again. This time I decided to do it slightly differently by working. I hear... full info
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The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
the 'train' is powered by a small motor connected to the wheel axil by a fan-belt.
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
Making a train carriage.
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
It can carry anything and everything
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
It can carry people, food, cows
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
Even tourists and bikes are carried.
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
Here is our driver and conductor. The train gets up to 30 or 40 Kilometers per hour. Don't worriy; they've had years of experience.
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
What happens when you meet a train comming from the other direction on the one track?
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
No problem; you just take one of the trains off the track!
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
lift off carriage, engine and wheels
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The Bamboo Train
lining up the wheels
The Bamboo TrainThe Bamboo Train
The Bamboo Train
One train passes and then you're 'back on track' in two minutes to continue your pleasent, but noisy trip thru the countryside. Well recommended.
At MarketsAt Markets
At Markets
At MarketsAt Markets
At Markets
Honey comb with bees included
EntreeEntree
Entree
These ant eggs are a little salty and slimy. The ants themselves do not have an acid taste, but the legs tend to stick in your teeth.
Restaurant stove on streetRestaurant stove on street
Restaurant stove on street
At MarketsAt Markets
At Markets
Our teacher buying vegetables for cooking class at "The Smokin' Pot Restaurant"
At MarketsAt Markets
At Markets
Fresh fish for cooking class.
Cooking ClassCooking Class
Cooking Class
We learn how to cook (and eat) three Cambodian dishes in one morning
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Cooking class
One of my finished meal
Cooking classCooking class
Cooking class
Class eating the finished meal.
On the road againOn the road again
On the road again
About half the trip over now. Time to head for Capital -Phnom Pehn and south coast. Contined in next blog.



13th March 2008

Sue Storr
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Next trip!
Hi again, John! Sounds like you packed a lot into your short stay. Must make Cambodia a top priority for my next trip. Loved the old temple being "eaten" by that ancient tree! You're getting worse than me with all your photos!
13th March 2008

Epoch
John Oroad

Hi Sue
Yes, I want to go back! You do tend to just look up at the trees, shaking your head after a while. I am looking foreward to your blog updates also. It is now very easy to add videos also. I wish I had made better ones now. Good Luck back in China. John
14th March 2008

Big brother
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good information!
You gave me good and special information about Ankor Watt, Battambang and Banyon. In the ancient time, the Cambodian had their own brilliant history. Now, Cambodian people live with happiness and relaxation. although the national economy is poor. It is Good. I read your article and watch your videos. Thank you.
16th March 2008

Angela
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I may sometimes kill you.
I read your story of Cambodia with pleasure thinking of your laughing in the truck. I know you have a good sense of humor. John, don't be too positive. I may sometimes kill you. :-) due to my frequent business trip even if I hope not to have it. Let's make our times the best 6 months together as teachers.

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