Kompong Khleang homes

There is nothing more interesting than sight-seeing with a monk

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February 21st 2010
Those of you who have read earlier posts here may remember that Steve and my friend Miriam and I spent a day in Bangkok with two monks last year, which was quite an experience. Yesterday Erin and I went off on an expedition and unexpectedly found ourselves with a young, enthusiastic monk as part of the deal. We signed on for a half-day trip to Kompong Khleang, a stilted fishing villa ... 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