Category: Cambodia

Finally — Angkor Wat!

Temple-Touring Day

We spent the morning touring temples at Angkor, the capital city of the ancient Khmer Empire. We’ve learned about Khmer society through their carvings, meandered from site to site under the shade of huge trees, and climbed to the top of 800-year-old temples to the gods.

I don’t remember learning about the Khmers in school, but thanks to our guide, we’re starting to understand them now. Just as the day’s heat was starting to take a toll, we took a break and had a refreshing Cambodian-style lunch. We’ve cooled off, and at least for the moment, our batteries have been recharged.   Time to head out to see “Angkor’s Little Gem,” and then the famous Angkor Wat. Continue reading “Finally — Angkor Wat!”

A Visit to the Temples of Angkor

Finally! We’re going to see the temples of Angkor, the capital of the Khmer Empire, first-hand. Our guide is picking us up at 8:00 AM. We’ll visit a couple of temple sites this morning, have lunch, then visit a couple more this afternoon. Let’s go find out what these amazing structures and the people who built them are all about! Continue reading “A Visit to the Temples of Angkor”