Buddhist temple

Holiday in Cambodia

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February 3rd 2006
I was not really sure what to expect, but I have been intrigued by Cambodia for some time. To me, Cambodia is the ultimate paradox, a place that represents the absolute worst and best of humanity. On the one hand, you have a glorious civilization for almost as long as the Roman Empire and left behind the amazing temples of Angkor Wat (featured in the movie "Tomb Raider"). On the flip side, Cambodi ... read more

Asia » Cambodia » South » Phnom Penh

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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