Siem Reap and Angkor 20151101_201301

Siem Reap and Angkor

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November 4th 2015
Flight to Siem Reap was easy but a little late. Arrived at the Sofitel Angkor Wat in the dark so did not appreciate the beauty of the resort until morning. As soon as we finished our buffet dinner (everything you could want and artistically presented as well) we were entertained by Aspara dancers. Bed - early as always here in Asia. {I am travelling in the bus right now headed to our ship and j ... 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