Siem Reap can be a sleepy town or a complete madness, depending on the hour of the day. It’s definitely far from the busy Phnom Penh, but as the sun starts to set, with a slight drop in temperature, the pub street opens with its loud music and blinding lights, all the massage parlours start … Continue reading Siem Reap and Kampong Phluk: Contrasts of Privilege and Reality
Tag: siem reap
Angkor Complex: Delicate Carvings and Heartbreaking Reality
A new day in Angkor Complex and a new guide. Whilst on my first visit I was in awe by the size and grandeur of the temples, laughing out loud to the stories and jokes of the guide, on this day I would be mostly impressed by the delicate and intricate carvings found in the … Continue reading Angkor Complex: Delicate Carvings and Heartbreaking Reality

