#9- CAMBODIA-Part 1

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March 8th 2008

Published: March 13th 2008

#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

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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Angkor Wat

Before sunrise. Well worth the walk in the dark and no coffee.

Angkor Wat

the classic shot. After 3 attempted oveseas trips to get here, I finally made it!

Angkor Wat

there are many corridors to explore

Angkor Wat

some parts are older than others

Angkor Wat

inside is still being used as a temple and visited by Cambodian people.

Angkor Wat

new mixed with old

Angkor Wat

monk and cat

Angkor Wat

Cleansing pool and courtyard

Angkor Wat

Much movement over the centuries has made many columns unsafe

Angkor Wat

Iron bracing and recycled car tyres help support the columns.

Angkor Wat

Even the most 'out of the way' corners will have elabourate carvings.

Angkor Wat

Carvings everywhere

Angkor Wat

statues everywhere

Angkor Wat

Mid-morning and more tourists are starting to arrive. (Bloody tourists!)

Australian Gum!?

Arrived back at my tuk-tuk in the daylight and realied my driver had parked under an Australian Euclypt tree- what are the chances!

travel between temples

The best way to travel between the many temples is by tuk-tuk. we are somtimes forces off the road by bigger vehicles into the pot-holes and dust. The word "Lucky" on the back of driver's helmet, gave me confidence.

Many temples

after centuries of sun, rain, lichens, mosses, wars, everything still looks incredible from the smallest detail.....

Many temples

to the larger scale. You could easily spend a lifetime here.

Many temples

just a few of the many photos

Many temples

The Banyon is the most recent and elaborate temple

Many temples

This finely carved sandstoneheadress looks like it was done yesturday, not 900 years ago

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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