This little, charming town has been on our hit list forever. What did I dream of when I dreamt of Cambodia? Exactly what it offered, and so much more: a mystic reality, that’s what.
If Angkor Wat had not already been on my list, it certainly would have been added after reading this write up! You have brought to life a mysterious and magical land. In your case, it is not “a picture is worth a thousand words “ but the other way around!
Apart from your trademark lyrical style, the information loaded into this piece makes it a great travel guide. I honestly did not know about the temples other than Angkor Wat.
I’m flattered and pleased that I’ve helped add Cambodia to your list of must-see places around the world! I like what you say about pictures and thousand words, of course I do Lakshmi, how can I not! Do keep me in the loop when you eventually buy that ticket and head to Cambodia, thank you for reading and the lovely comments.
Excellent, detailed article. Makes me want to go back. We all loved Siem Reap (went there 5-6 years ago). Your descriptions of Angkor Wat, Ta Phrom and Pub Street brought back so many nice memories. It’s such an affordable and friendly place! Now after reading, I feel we need to go back to catch the sunrise at AW and the lake houses on stilts sounded interesting too!
I really enjoyed reading this, and as I said to you - Cambodian tourism could well use this piece in their travel brochures. Thanks to your vivid description, Siam Reap finds a place in my rather long bucket list 😊😀
Hehe that is such a sweet thing to say, love your response as always. Your bucket list is similar to mine. Maybe some day we can travel to unvisited spots together, at least a few of them. I love girl trips, as much as I love travelling with my male partner.
Lovely writing . Very vivid description and will come back to this piece when I have my tickets booked to the country that I have been wanting to visit for over a decade
Beautifully written ! I feel like I’ve travelled with you through the mountains, waterfalls & temples. Would hv liked to see a pic of the propeller driven aircraft too ! Thank you for taking me on this joyride - thoroughly enjoyed it !
Kay, enjoyed the trip to Cambodia through you! Just trying to visualise the Ta Phrom trees holding up structures. Must have been magical. The pic of the dawn is ethereal.
Wow Kamalini, thanks for taking us along with you on this mystical, mythical incredulous journey to the land of temples and monasteries. The juxtaposition of moments of intense spiritual beauty with your down-to-earth battle with the elements gave it both a zen quality and a humorous edge. Your vivid descriptions of the people and places of this beautiful country had its own flavor and sensitivity.
Thank you so much for your beautiful comment on my piece. I’m so thrilled with your words, and yes, I did want to write a piece that encompassed both the country’s beauty and the manner in which it deals with its recent grief and loss: with humour, grit and determination. That is what impressed me above all....their warm, welcoming stance against the backdrop of great strife and struggle. Oooof! I am so glad to have visited.
thank you for your encouraging response Sudha, & for travelling along; i’m glad Cambodia figures in your travel planner coz as you can tell, we were entranced. Godspeed 🙏🏽
I hear you I hear you… the dilemma about waking up early and the joy of discovering that it was well worth the effort… history’s silhouette against the pink sky…. Beautiful! Thank you for sharing K!
How beautiful, dear Kamalini! I was in Cambodia twice this year and feel exactly what you so amazingly described! Hope to see you again one day in Bangkok - we met at the FCC and Vincent introduced us. All the best! I love your adventures!
Dear Kamalini, I had visited Siam Reap in 2005 and totally forgotten the temples. Now reading your description of your visits to the various temples has revived all my memories back. Thanks for sharing your travels with us.
If Angkor Wat had not already been on my list, it certainly would have been added after reading this write up! You have brought to life a mysterious and magical land. In your case, it is not “a picture is worth a thousand words “ but the other way around!
Apart from your trademark lyrical style, the information loaded into this piece makes it a great travel guide. I honestly did not know about the temples other than Angkor Wat.
The leisurely pleasure is immersive!
I’m flattered and pleased that I’ve helped add Cambodia to your list of must-see places around the world! I like what you say about pictures and thousand words, of course I do Lakshmi, how can I not! Do keep me in the loop when you eventually buy that ticket and head to Cambodia, thank you for reading and the lovely comments.
Excellent, detailed article. Makes me want to go back. We all loved Siem Reap (went there 5-6 years ago). Your descriptions of Angkor Wat, Ta Phrom and Pub Street brought back so many nice memories. It’s such an affordable and friendly place! Now after reading, I feel we need to go back to catch the sunrise at AW and the lake houses on stilts sounded interesting too!
Thanks for your kind words Achintan. I am glad I’ve managed to inspire you enough to reawaken the longing for Siem Reap. Feels so good.
I travelled with you Kamalini. Beautifully written. Thanks for sharing your journey with us
Thank you for reading and appreciating the nuances Chetan.
I really enjoyed reading this, and as I said to you - Cambodian tourism could well use this piece in their travel brochures. Thanks to your vivid description, Siam Reap finds a place in my rather long bucket list 😊😀
Hehe that is such a sweet thing to say, love your response as always. Your bucket list is similar to mine. Maybe some day we can travel to unvisited spots together, at least a few of them. I love girl trips, as much as I love travelling with my male partner.
Wonderful little travelogue with a beating heart and sweating skin, Kamalini!
what a sweet comment! Thank you for reading Srishty 😊
Lovely writing . Very vivid description and will come back to this piece when I have my tickets booked to the country that I have been wanting to visit for over a decade
thank you dear Vilasini - keep me posted. You’ll love it!
Beautifully written ! I feel like I’ve travelled with you through the mountains, waterfalls & temples. Would hv liked to see a pic of the propeller driven aircraft too ! Thank you for taking me on this joyride - thoroughly enjoyed it !
Thank you for travelling along dear Anu, and i’ll send you a picture of the aircraft soon some day. Glad you felt the place through my words.
Kay, enjoyed the trip to Cambodia through you! Just trying to visualise the Ta Phrom trees holding up structures. Must have been magical. The pic of the dawn is ethereal.
Haven’t been yet … must do it now.
i’m thrilled that you have been been struck too, by the bug- it’s sheer joy.
Wow Kamalini, thanks for taking us along with you on this mystical, mythical incredulous journey to the land of temples and monasteries. The juxtaposition of moments of intense spiritual beauty with your down-to-earth battle with the elements gave it both a zen quality and a humorous edge. Your vivid descriptions of the people and places of this beautiful country had its own flavor and sensitivity.
Thank you so much for your beautiful comment on my piece. I’m so thrilled with your words, and yes, I did want to write a piece that encompassed both the country’s beauty and the manner in which it deals with its recent grief and loss: with humour, grit and determination. That is what impressed me above all....their warm, welcoming stance against the backdrop of great strife and struggle. Oooof! I am so glad to have visited.
Such a vivid, visually enchanting piece, Kay! I was transported, to say the least.
I'm sure this will stay in my mind. I will eventually travel to Cambodia, whenever that is destined to happen, until then, this will do ❤
thank you for your encouraging response Sudha, & for travelling along; i’m glad Cambodia figures in your travel planner coz as you can tell, we were entranced. Godspeed 🙏🏽
I hear you I hear you… the dilemma about waking up early and the joy of discovering that it was well worth the effort… history’s silhouette against the pink sky…. Beautiful! Thank you for sharing K!
Thanks Ritu- glad you went on this brief but sparkling sojourn with us 💖
How beautiful, dear Kamalini! I was in Cambodia twice this year and feel exactly what you so amazingly described! Hope to see you again one day in Bangkok - we met at the FCC and Vincent introduced us. All the best! I love your adventures!
Barbara
Thank you dear- yes, hope to see you too, glad you enjoy my travel adventures with us😃
Dear Kamalini, I had visited Siam Reap in 2005 and totally forgotten the temples. Now reading your description of your visits to the various temples has revived all my memories back. Thanks for sharing your travels with us.
I’m so pleased the piece revived pleasant memories Rama & you enjoyed travelling with us. Thank you for reading ♥️
Loved reading about your trip to Siam Reap!
While reading your adventures I felt I was traveling with you and immersed in the excitement of what you saw and felt.
Having visited this beautiful ancient city few years ago brought back my memories of spending time in this special place with my daughters.
Special acknowledgment to Raja, beautiful photography!
All the best!
thank you for your kind words Jay 🥰