This morning we took a half day tour to the Tuel Sleng Genocide Museum and Killing Fields. The museum used to be a school but the Khmer Rouge took it over in the 70s and turned it into a prison and torture centre. There are just no words to describe this place and what happened here. The pictures were graphic. Although years and continents apart it is like Auschwitz. …
After a full breakfast by the pool, we headed out to explore Phnom Penh. Our hotel is within walking distance of most of the main attractions. The architecture and artwork is very similar to Thailand. Our first stop was to the National Museum. We booked a guide. The museum was small but interesting and in beautiful, peaceful surroundings. The historical religions are a mix between Hindu and Buddhism. We …
Read morePalaces, Wats and Dancers- First Day in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
I just got back a few more pictures of Saigon’s unique traffic. I am amazed at the things people manage to transport on their small bikes. They even have their own type of Uber here…and other similar ride programs. I’ve also included more pictures from last night’s foodie tour with XO Tours. I highly recommend this tour. It was so much fun. Today was Cora’s birthday. The hotel restaurant …
Read moreIt’s Amazing what People Carry on Bikes- Saigon to Phnom Penh, Cambodia
After another full breakfast we got in a van for our half day tour of the Cu Chi tunnels. There were five of us on the tour; John, Cora and myself and a couple from Basel, Switzerland. I quickly noticed that there were no seatbelts. While navigating the heavy traffic, an older man on a motor bike hit the side of our van with his hand. The motorbike driver …