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Cambodia: Artisans of Angkor Silk Farm

Posted on July 24, 2014 by

On my second full day in Siem Reap, I visited the Angkor Silk Farm.  It was threatening rain all day, and after getting heatstroke the day before from spending too much time in a tuk tuk, I decided to book … Continue reading →

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Cambodia: Sunset at Pre Rup Temple

Posted on July 18, 2014 by

The most popular place to observe sunset is the top of Phnom Bakheng looking back at Angkor Wat.  But honestly, by the time sunset rolled around on my first day I was just over the big crowds and I asked … Continue reading →

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Everyday Cambodia (part 1)

Posted on May 23, 2014 by

My main reason for going to Siem Reap were the temples.  However, once there, I discovered more to love. I really liked the tuktuks.  For whatever reason, I always picture tuktuks to look like the ones in India–probably because those … Continue reading →

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Exploring Angkor Wat

Posted on May 22, 2014 by

Initially I didn’t plan to use a tour guide at all while I was in Siem Reap.  The whole point was to be alone and away from everyone.  However, my hotel encouraged me to have a guide and on the … Continue reading →

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Angkor Wat at sunrise

Posted on May 20, 2014 by

Heads up–I’m going to talk about photography a bit in this post.  Feel free to skim and just look at the pretty pictures. **Disclaimer–numbers/sunrise times were applicable during my visit in early May 2014.  Depending on when you read this, … Continue reading →

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