Ta Som Temple is one of the smaller Khmer Temples built by King Jayavarman VII in the 12th century. It is built in the Banyan style and has four large faces within. This Temple has been designed to be entered from the East and is surrounded by a moat. The entrance-ways are different as they are cross shaped and have…read more →
Suzy and I found Preh Khan quite a temple to explore. The Temple was built in honor of King Jayavarman VII’s father and the meaning translates into; Royal Sword. This temple is flat in design, and has many galleries for you to explore. In the center you’ll find a Buddhist Sanctuary with smaller Hindu structures surrounding the sanctuary. This particular…read more →
About 300 miles Northwest of Phnom Penh, you’ll find Siem Reap. In this region is where you’ll find temples abound for you to explore. Angkor Watt is perhaps the most famous of these temples which Suzy and I have explored last year, but this year we find ourselves drawn back to one of our favorites. First let me explain…read more →
When the sun goes down over Cambodia and you’ve had a long day of exploring Ancient Temples, you’ll find it time to kick back, stop walking, and relax. In downtown Siem Reap, you’ll find the “Night Market” area. Here you can certainly bargain your way into ownership of almost anything you crave. Most visitors to Siem Reap end up here…read more →
As you travel through the Jungle in search of Ancient Temples to explore, every once in a while you will find a Monkey or two running along the side of the road. If you’re in the mood for a show, all you’ll need to do is stop your tuk-tuk and get out. The Monkeys are quite smart, if a human…read more →
You’ll find Siem Reap in the Northwest region of Cambodia. As you look around it is quite a bit different from Phnom Penh. Here you’ll find French colonial and Chinese architecture amidst ancient temples built between 800 and 1100ad. Suzy and I came here to explore he temples, and explore we did as every day we set out into the…read more →
Suzy and I arrived in Phnom Penh from Chiang Mai. We came to explore and enjoy the history and culture of this country. Phnom Penh seemed to be a good place to start as it is this country’s largest city. The people here are friendly and eager to interact with you. They often ask where you’re from and are quick…read more →
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