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We started out our adventure travels in 2006, when we first discovered flying budget airlines. We loved our adventure so much that we vowed to do it again, and again, and again!
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Siem Reap, Cambodia - Preah Ko
Preah Ko is the first temple built in Roluos, which is 15km south of Siem Reap.There are six brick towers in this temple.Unlike the first set of temples we visited, this temple is made of bricks instead of large stones.InscriptionsSome of the doors i...
Siem Reap, Cambodia - Ta Prohm
Entrance to Ta ProhmTa Prohm is one of the popular temples in Siem Reap. Ta Prohm was one of the locations where Tomb Raider was shot.Ta ProhmTa Prohm is one of the heavily damaged ruins. Surprisingly, it was not a war or major distaster that destro...
Siem Reap, Cambodia - Banteay Samre
GuardiansStone lions guard the entrance to Banteay Samre.Stone BridgeThe stone bridge lets you cross what used to be a moat.Banteay SamreBanteay Samre is a little farther from Angkor Wat. However, you will find that its towers have very similar desig...
Siem Reap, Cambodia - Banteay Srei
TouristsBanteay Srei is one of the very popular tourist destinations.Many fall in love with the intricate carvings of this temple.Banteay SreiBanteay Srei is a small temple 20km north of Angkor. Banteay Srei translates to "Citadel of Women" or "Citad...
Siem Reap, Cambodia - Pre Rup
Pre RupPre Rup was the State Temple of King Rajendravarman's capital.Pre Rup means, 'turning the body'. Although this meaning is said to be misleading. Turning the body of a corpse is a cremation rite.--PS. You can follow Adventure Travel Asia on Fa...
Siem Reap, Cambodia - Phnom Bakheng
PilgrimageMany tourists make their climb up the hill to see the sunset at Phnom Bakheng.There used to be a steep stair climb, but this has been made unsafe by the rain. You have to use the long winding road or the elephant trail to go up. Phnom Bakhe...

