On-the-Road Tales

We headed out early to try and beat the heat and the crowds to angkor Wat. Passing monkeys along the way, we entered the worlds largest religous building. Most of the grounds included a moat, pools, libraries, raised walkways and concentric rings of building and towers. We checked out the long hallways of intricately carved murals depicting Indian tales and war depictions between various gods. The inner square contained an almost vertical staircase. The guidebook warned caution as these stairs had “‘claimed victims before” very reassuring! The idea was that you were always sort of kneeling and showing respect and that it represented one of the highest points of attainment so naturally it should take some difficulty to get there.

We clamored up and hugged the steps like they were our best friend. At the top there were various statues, balconies and a wonderful birdseye view of the complex. we spent several hours exploring and then headed back into town to recoup from the midday heat. Nancy and I went to check out the market and sample some local goods. We dinnered at the Dead Fish Tower restaurant. strange name until you notice on the way to the bathroom, the pit of crocodiles below. Huh. not sure what the purpose is. Crocodile meat is featured often on the menus and apparently the skin is sold so maybe it was like lobster – honey go pick out the croc you want tonight.

Cambodian food is similar to Thai though the spiciness is more fleeting. you taste it but it does not make you cry like the other curries. Lots of rice, noodles, pork and fruit shakes. Good eats.

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