Released on: March 14, 2008, 8:35 pm

Press Release Author: Newgen

Industry: Transportation & Logistics

Press Release Summary: Cambodia is a land on the mend. From 1977 through 1980, the
Khmer Rouge ruled the country, fanatics bent on genocide. Millions were killed and
the period was put to film in the movie, “The Killing Fields.”
Fortunately, those days are over and the country is becoming a tourist destination


Press Release Body: Cambodia is a land of incredible contrast. Thick forest,
mountains and pristine rivers compliment amazing white beaches. When you get down to
it, however, travelers know Cambodia for two things, Angkor Wat and the nastiest
roads around. But, let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia. The city is a combination of old French
beauty and modern condominiums. The city is full of amazing Wats [Buddist
monasteries], including Wat Ounalom, Wat Phnom and Wat Moha Montrei. Modern
buildings surround these monasteries and it’s difficult to avoid a feeling
that the old ways are being lost.

Still, the vibrancy of the city is impressive considering the fact that it was
completely abandoned for three years in the last 70s. During this period, the Khmer
Rouge tried to return the Cambodian people to their agricultural heritage and
evacuated all cities. The only exception, of course, is Tuol Sleng, a high school
used to torture and kill “enemies of the state.” Just beyond the city,
one will also find the infamous killing fields where thousands upon thousands were
put to death.

Sihanoukville

Sihanoukville is a small, sleepy village on the Southwest edge of Cambodia. Fairly
undeveloped, the area is an oasis similar to the beaches of Thailand. The
difference, however, is the lack of tourists. Depending on the time of year, the
beaches can be more or less empty and privacy assured. Rooms run between $5 and $15
a night and come with private bathrooms. If you are looking to lounge
professionally, Sihanoukville is a very good place to do it.

Angkor Wat

Stunning. There is no other word for the temples of Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a
temple surrounded by hundreds of others. Each is unique and worth a look. The most
famous are Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Phrom. Angkor Wat is in the best shape as well
as the most known. The Bayon is impressive, but the constant mob of tourist makes it
a pain to visit. Ta Phrom is amazing because it has been left to the jungle, which
is to say trees and the structure have become one in many areas. If you have seen
Tomb Raider with Angelina Jolie, you have seen Ta Phrom. Personally, I prefer Angkor
Wat to the Pyramids in Egypt.

Roads From Hell

Cambodian roads are evil. There is simply no other way to put it. The country is hit
by monsoons every year and is still recovering from the Khmer Rouge. This
combination has resulted in roads with huge potholes, missing bridges and pretty
much the worst elements of Dante’s Hell. Avoid them if at all possible!


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