Allison and Brendan

Siem Reap and Angkor Wat

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June 14th 2007
After our build the team moved up to Angkor Wat for some R&R. The Phonm Pehn airport again surprised us with how nice it was as we enjoyed some authentic cappacinos in the gate area. Angkor Wat is the main attraction in Siem Reap but it is just one of many large temples built between 1000 and 1500. It is the largest and most famous of the group. Our first day in Siem Reap we met our guide I ... read more

Asia » Cambodia » North » Angkor

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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