Genocide Museum

This used to be a High School, but the Khmer Rouge turned it in S.R. 21, their notorious prison/torture center. It is empty now except for pictures of the victims and the tools used on them.

October 13

October 13th 2007
Today was a day for visiting the city of Phnom Penh. We started with the National Museum with displays of ancient statuary, bells, weapons of war and iron jewelry (ankle bracelets). We visited 2 tailors for suits and shirts for the guys. As Kendal speaks Khmer, it was fun to watch him bargain good and fair prices. We had lunch at the Freebird Bar and Grill; great american food from a guy who ... read more

Asia » Cambodia » South » Phnom Penh

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

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