Water Puppet Theatre, Hanoi, Vietnam
2. Januar 2024 in Vietnam ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
We booked onto the midafternoon slot for this busy performance, which had traditional instruments being played over the puppet show. There was elaborate dances, and skillfully played out scenes withWeiterlesen
St. Joseph Cathedral, Hanoi, Vietnam
2. Januar 2024 in Vietnam ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Our last evening in Hanoi we wandered an area of the city we had managed to miss, seeking out the huge cathedral. It was a dominating sight in contrasting tones, with a Christmas scene at the front.Weiterlesen
Genocide Museum, Siem Reap, Cambodia
5. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
No photos or words could do this justice.
APOPO, Siem Reap, Cambodia
5. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
After a solemn start to the morning we decided on something that had a more positive light. It was another depressing start though, learning about the various different bombs which are still foundWeiterlesen
ReisenderYou are very brave holding it Andrea! I can appreciate their work but not sure I would want to touch one!!
Botanical Garden, Siem Reap, Cambodia
5. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
As we were in the area we decided to have a wander around the Botanical garden to decompress, and found a nice space to have a walk. Didn't expect to also see so many animals too! Luke made friendsWeiterlesen
Angkor National Museum,Siem Reap,Cambodi
6. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Fantastic musuem that we visited in preparation for Angkor Wat, and surrounding areas. Lots of amazing artifacts and useful information - there was references to Wat Phou and My Son that we visited inWeiterlesen
Wat Bo, Siem Reap, Cambodia
7. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
A very quick stop here unfortunately, as we walked to this Wat on a national holiday without realising it would be closed...
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
No introduction necessary, Angkor Wat was absolutely stunning. Huge site, with fantastic details remaining. We were lucky enough to be able to visit twice, and found some quiet places to explore bothWeiterlesen
Srah Srang, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
Large altar with steps leading down to a lake, flanked on each side by naga's. Beautiful and peaceful to look out over
Banteay Kdei, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
This was one of my favourite temples - it had everything! A stunning gate, magnificent leading building, and then it went further and further back, revealing more detailed carvings and massive trees.Weiterlesen
Ta Prohm, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 33 °C
This is known as the pretty temple and great for photos due to the amount of massive trees growing in and around the structures. It did mean there were far more people here 'doing it for the gram',Weiterlesen
Prasat Ta Keo, Siem Reap Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 33 °C
Another large temple I declined to climb all the way up, this one Luke found a friend up the top so when he descended we had a photographer and local guide for a few minutes!
Don Mao, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 33 °C
A really small temple which was mostly in ruin, Luke found this on Google maps and we quickly walked there after exploring a temple opposite. It was interesting to see the state that most of theWeiterlesen
Bayon Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 33 °C
This temple is most famous for the huge amount of heads carved into the building - it seems there's one everywhere you look!
We arrived at this temple late on the first day of exploring, and I wasWeiterlesen
Baphuon, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
This was another of the final temples on the first day, unfortunately I didn't feel well enough to go up it then but we revisited for a magnificent sunset on our final day.
It had a long causewayWeiterlesen
Phimeanakas, Siem Reap, Cambodia
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
Large temple which isn't climbable anymore, used to be surrounded by a moat that had unfortunately dried up.
Terrace of the Elephants, Siem Reap
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 32 °C
Originally we weren't very impressed with this terrace on our first visit as it had been mostly covered for an event (we believe). On revisiting we managing to see lots more of the elephants andWeiterlesen
Terrace of the Leper King, Siem Reap
8. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 32 °C
An enjoyable terrace to explore as you wound your way around the front and admired the intricate carvings. On the top there was a monument to Vishnu with a view out to other temples.
Northern Gate, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Another imposing gate, without the Churning of the Milk sculptures at the sides but still magnificent to see.
Prasat Preah Khan, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
A larger temple that is famous for having a double story building - still under debate was this was used for though. Really fun to explore as it hasn't been restored fully, but you can still seeWeiterlesen
Neak Poan, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C
Another of my favourites, this unusual temple had a large reservoir surrounding it so you walked over a low bridge to get there. Within the reservoir you could see long thin fish swimming, lotus'sWeiterlesen
Ta Som, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 32 °C
A smaller but lovely temple to wander around, it had lovely gates on each side.
East Mebon, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 33 °C
A rather large temple, and one I decided to leave Luke to climb as I took photos of some beautiful butterflies. We met up at the shady side and sat on one of the steps for an enjoyable break
ReisenderI thought I would be able to get a good candid shot of him...but the gates really do make him look like he's in jail 🤣
Pre Rup, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ☀️ 34 °C
Magnificent temple, a bit of a climb up but the views are worth it!
Banteay Samré, Siem Reap, Cambodia
9. Januar 2024 in Kambodscha ⋅ ⛅ 34 °C
Another fantastic temple, this one was in such great condition that you could explore buildings and walk around the perimeter pretty easily. It was almost entirely empty too, which was surprising butWeiterlesen
ReisenderLovely to see something so traditional