Budda and Brit

Camden's account

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June 21st 2009
We went to Angkor wat today; which is the largest and most breathtaking monument at Angkor. Angkor are many ruins which are is just north of Siem Reap, in Northwest, Cambodia. We started the day with an english style breakfast from "le Grand Cafe", for 5 dollars: eggs, bacon, fresh baked bread, jam and a huge bowl of fresh grown fruits. We started our journey on bikes rented previously for $1. ... read more

Asia » Cambodia » North » Siem Reap

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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