In today’s world, it is certainly a favorite option for many people to buy a ticket for visiting the Angkor temples not only at the counter but also online. Normally you have to get up early and wait in the queue (at least if you want to buy a 1 day pass for Angkor). Somehow…
There can’t be a person in Cambodia who doesn’t recognize Apsara Dancing when they see it. But today’s question: “Who or what are Apsaras?” First thing to know – they are not unique to Cambodia! Beautiful, supernatural women were known as Apsaras across Asia long before the Angkor era. In both Hindu and Buddhist mythology,…
All Cambodians are proud of Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious building.It’s been the national flag for well over a century. It draws millions of visitors to Cambodia. Today’s question: “Why was Angkor Wat built?” Today, many people refer to “Angkor Wat” as the complex of about a hundred temples covering a huge area of…
Cambodians or tourists are always impressed by Independence Monument – one of the country’s most famous buildings. Today’s question: “Who built the Independence Monument and why?” In 1953 Cambodia gained its independence from its colonial rulers, France. The move to Cambodia’s freedom was led by King Norodom Sihanouk. But in 1955 he abdicated the throne…
Most people who´ve visited Phnom Penh, have passed this eye-catching sculpture near the Japanese Bridge. Today’s questions: “What does it mean and how did it get there?” Called “The Twisted Gun”, it has a clear non-violent message. The barrel is tied up in a big knot – so, obviously, the weapon couldn’t possibly be used. With…
There can´t be a single person in Cambodia, who doesn´t know that the capital is called Phnom Penh. Today´s question: “What’s the connection between Lady Daun Penh and Phnom Penh?” According to legend, six hundred years ago a wealthy widow lived near a village on the Mekong river. Flooding then, as now, was common. One…
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