Siem Reap- Angkor Wat For the Cambodians Siem Reap is famous for two things. The name itself means Siamese Defeated. Previously Thailand was called Siam from which ""Siem is derived. In times Siam (Now Thailand) dominated this land and during one of these wars the Cambodians defeated the Thais right here. The rest of the world knows this place for only one thing: Angkor Wat The Angkor Wat temples are not only world famous but also the largest temple complex on...

Day 13 May 3 2013 Siem Reap While writing my daily grind a man walked past carrying a 20 ltr bottle of water. He must be thirsty I thought. I called out to him when he returned and learned he was Manfred from Germany. Mmm A German, well perhaps this is a nice one I thought. Yes, I still have not altered my view on Germans and as expected this man spoke to me in the typical way Germans do. Manfred barked instead of talked. He looked stern while he let loose on ...

Day 12 May 2 2013 Siem Reap Cambodia I have been on a constant travel schedule for 11 days . Last night I felt tired so I figure I need a rest for at least a day. Just sit around, drink water, do some writing and plan ahead. I thought to buy some breakfast next door but kept walking until I reached a market where I only found local people. One side of the market has eateries which I am sure would not pass any health and /or safety standard anywhere in the West...

Day 11 1 May 2013 That Thai trains always run late I have learned to accept. I arrived several hours late into Bangkok but who cares. Anyway what a day I had. After a long night in the sleeper train I arrived at the Bangkok Central station and decided to team up with my new found friend Rob. I left my backpack at the "Left Luggage" and we both got in a tuktuk. Rob knew the way so within minutes we were in the backpacker area to enjoy an excellent breakfast , ...