The pagoda shrine to the Killing Fields of Siem Reap, housed on the grounds of Wat Thmey. The pagoda emulates the pagoda at Choeung Ek, though on a much smaller scale. For some, the country of Cambodia invokes images of a serene idyllic country side, with ancient temples surrounded by jungles and golden rice paddy... Continue Reading →
Lost in Angkor Wat
Blitzing by the temple in the afternoon on the way to another site, I had reserved Angkor Wat for the next day, but I knew I was going to be in for a treat. This is certainly one of those places that is on many travelers' bucket list, and I also encourage that it should... Continue Reading →
Lost in Phnom Bakheng
Making my way up the mountain top. Approaching the summit with the temple complex coming into full view. Phnom Bakheng rests atop a small hill, made to appear much larger by the trek in the heat. The original entrance of the temple as built would have been straight up the now ruined stairway. A new... Continue Reading →