#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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The Banyon

thru corridors up and down stairs, with parts of roof missing

The Banyon

photo opportunity for tourists.

The Banyon

It's all too much to take in. I need a rest.

The Banyon

Shrine in the centre

The Banyon

stone faces everywhere

The Banyon

there's even elephant rides

Worlds largest 3D jigsaw puzzle

The Baphuon was taken appart to be restored. Unfortunately, the plans where destroyed by Pol Pot and putting the blocks back together is even harder.

Worlds largest 3D jigsaw puzzle

Half a million stone blocks, for one temple, gradually being put back together. Note the large crain in background.

Ankgor Thom

Huge gate now needing support

Ankgor Thom

moat in dry season

elephant rides

monkey

This monkey came out of the jungle and walked up the hill with me. It then started to hassle other tourists for food after doing tricks.

part of view from templeon hill

a good view of surounding area for sunset. note balloon

journey betweem temple and hotel

Balloon ride

early morning

Balloon ride

sunrise over Angkor wat

Balloon ride

balloon is tethered to ground

Balloon ride

comming down

Balloon ride

many minor temples

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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