Our Incomplete Journey To The Tonle Sap and The Last Day in Cambodia (Day 4 & 5)

After the tiring day 3 of hunting temples, we were so exhausted that we did not even have our dinner. The next day, I was really hungry!!! Before we reached the Old Market(Psar Chaa), I stopped by the Angkor Supermarket to get a bread to fill my stomach. (Btw, we rented a bicycle each with the rate of 1 dollar/day)

After wandering around for some time, we decided to try some local delicacies! Now, we were the only foreigners who dared to try there...or, maybe, we were a bit late for breakfast. Anyway, it was okay, quite similar with Chinese food. Anyway, by adding a dough cake and a fried egg, it cost us around 1 dollar per plate. Well, quite economy if you ask me...Then, I bought some souvenir from there, unlike my partner, Mr Lee did not buy anything except for some T-shirts....Anyway, after that, we continued our wandering around the town area....

Then, we cycled to a more remote area. Now, here is the catch!? Haha, so, my friend wanted to cycle to Tonle Sap. Well, actually, I think that is a little bit insane! Well, this is the 1st time he wanted to make a decision. Therefore, I went along with his ideal. On our journey, I really had an eye-opening experience!

Actually, the kampung there was quite similar with the kampung in Malaysia in early days! By the way, did I mention the weather? It was like 40 + + degree c out there. But, we just kept on paddling~~~

We actually made our way to Phnom Krom - a city quite near to Tonle Sap if you take the tuk-tuk. Here is the regret - We did not climb to the top of the temple! Yes, since we were really exhausted, we decided not to climb up there! Omg, instead, we continued our journey to Tonle Sap. Until then, I was not sure how long I have been cycling! All the burns on my skin made me feel uncomfortable!

Finally, we reached the floating village and we did not take the boat! Well, this was mainly due to miscommunication between 2 persons in a foreign land. Anyway, floating village marked our journey to Tonle Sap. Yes, we did not make it to the Tonle Sap. Reasons? It was still quite far away and when we cycled back to Siem Reap, we would.......Well, let's just say that there were only 2 person cycle their way to Tonle Sap...Anyway, after that, we decided to go back + I sprained my other leg! What the hell!!! What luck again!!!!

After reaching our guesthouse, we "died" on our beds until night again, it was time to do some food hunting! Well, since it was the last day, I decided to have a feast with my friend. Apparently, my rich friend was very pleased with my decision. However, this did not mean that I would waste money. Well, I hope to share the food together because we wanted to try the locals and also some food from fancy restaurant...Well, he did not want to do that - he wanted to order everything! My advice - if you don't have the stomach , don't order too much!

Haha, the auntie was happy to pose for me^^ and the food was quite okay - A chicken-soup mee, a mix-fruits juice, a pork rice, and a dragon fruit juice...[the menu] around 4 dollars for all...

Then, we proceeded to the restaurant that is always full! - Red Piano!

Again, my greedy friend wanted to order 2 dishes...When they showed up, it was 2 big scoops of rice for each dish! Aiyo, we can share mah! What to do, my friend is tooooooo rich!!!! The dishes were okay but it was already cold when served to us!

After dinner, we walked by the Night Market there. Well, the road was crowded, not the market. It was kinda dull and quiet!!! =.= Then, we decided to go back and have a good rest since tomorrow we were leaving in the morning. Therefore, it was the last night here><
Here are the souvenirs:

1. Lonely Planet-Southeast Asia [11 dollars] My sis still complained it was expensive...well, I would not buy if you had not ask to buy it! Cis, I don't really read book!Plus, it was so thick!
2. T-shirts [10 dollars for 3] [actual: 5 dollars for 4] - kena tipu in Banteay Srei!
3. 12 key chains [5 dollars for 12] quite okay, the best bargain!
4. postcards [1 dollar] However not tat nice><
5. Last but not least, the burnt mark from Cambodia [priceless]

Haha, currently, my hands are still in this condition~~~Well, this is definitely one of the most unforgettable trip ever, the 1st trip to foreign countries with a friend!

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Last Day For The Temples>< (Siem Reap, Cambodia Day 3)

Yes, time really flew as it was day 3! The last day for our pass (3 day pass). Therefore, I was determined to walk like crazy with my sprained leg. However, I was not sure whether the other Mr. Lee was up for the challenge.Anyway, Day 2 was really a bummer! No sunrise in Angkor Wat and No sunset in Bakheng - Well, at least, I still had a sunset in Angkor Wat. Haha! Therefore, it was 5.00 am again for us! Haiz, it was sunrise time!

To my surprise, the sunrise was not at the center of Angkor Wat. Well, it was kind of side way sunrise?! Anyway, I came and saw the sunrise, did I! Haha, it was quite nice~~~

Then, before we left, I took some cuties' photo. They were so hot, either beautiful or handsome! Haha!^^

Since it was our last day of visiting the temple, we wasted no time! No time!!! The next stop was Prasat Kravan! Well, initially, Kokleong and the Driver did not encourage me to visit this small temple! I was like what the hell, I paid already! So, don't try to stop me! + We ngam ngam passed by..It was small compared to the other temples. However, it was rather unique because instead of building from stone, it was constructed with bricks!

Then, we proceeded to Banteay Kdei! Well, it was a little bit of letdown because it was really like a miniature Preah Khan. Well, the carvings* there were well-preserved. Of course, if you read a map, opposite Banteay Kdei was actually a beautiful lake! Yes, it was quite nice because it was like a mini-stone harbour! The lake was named Sras Srang(Huiyo, not easy to pronounce!)

Yes, I finally exposed myself in my blog! Well, half of myself~~~ ^^

Then, we went to THE famous temple which was almost comparable to Angkor Wat thanks to Angelina Jolie! Yes, the temple Ta Phrohm was a filming destination for Angelina Jolie's movie - Lara Croft: The Tomb Raider!

Well, if you all remember, there was a scene where Angelina Jolie was in Cambodia in a temple which was overgrown by tree roots! Yup, you are looking at it right now!!!!

At that time, the other Mr. Lee demanded a break! Oh well, the boss is the boss. Then, we went back to guesthouse and asked Mr. Baron to fetch around 1pm. Yes, he was shocked because usually that time, the tourists rarely come out. Hehe, we were the unpredictable! After resting, we continued our journey to East Mebon which was quite similar to Pre Rup on Day 1.

After that, we visited Ta Som which was normal like any temple there....or should I say another miniature Preah Khan!

Well, here arrived a shocker - Neak Pean!!!!!!!!!!Yes, a super cool temple! A must-visit temple even though your tour guide does not suggest to visit! Well, what is so special? Pictures do not lie^^ By the way, it was raining again!

Since we were short of time, we continued our temple hunt to Chau Say Tevoda and Thommanom! Both of them were actually small temples. Yet, I enjoyed exploring small temples because I can observe all the small details^^

Well, the next temple we visited was huge! - - - - -TA KEO~~~~

It was quite a daunting experience! Why? Why the temple is so scary? Haha, yup, it was frighteningly tall! Yes, the stairs were uneven! I was injured that time! Well, I still climbed it slowly ^^

In order to make our way to the final temple of the day, we rushed in our tuk-tuk to Phnom Bakheng. Well, that time, I was a little furious because of somebody who did not like to argue just got on my nerve because he was too blurred! Anyway, I still think that if you or me have any problems, just say it out loud! We can figure it out~~~~

Bakheng for sunset was actually a letdown. Well, the sunset was blocked by a huge, tall, bushy jungle. Yup~~~Anyway, I still love this temple on the mountain which required us to climb to it^^

Our temple hunt ended

By the way, we were too tired to take dinner~~~~~~~~

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Angkor Wat - The Temple of All Temples. (Siem Reap, Cambodia Day 2)

After an exhausted day, we were dropped dead asleep. But, eventually, we had to wake up at 5.00 am. Hahaha, this was how our day 2 in Siem Reap started. We freshened up and our driver, Mr Baron already waiting for us outside. Then, we began our journey to Angkor Wat to see the sunrise (Yalor, sound so romantic).

When we reached there, it was actually pitch black. Yet, people from all walks of life were already there to witness the breathtaking moment. We waited patiently for the sunrise. However, after 2 hours of waiting, we gave up because that day was too cloudy! ArghhhH!!!!!!!!!What luck!!!! Well, fate is fate! Then, we proceeded to the core of the temple!

When I stepped foot inside the temple, it was such an astonishment for because the temple was not only huge, it was quite well-preserved. Of course, we did not miss the chance to take photo crazily.

Well, as I had stated earlier, the temple was huge. Amazing sculptures were everywhere. To me, one of the most amazing feature in the temple was the carving on the walls - The Churning of The Sea of Milk! It was really an epic being carved on the wall!

As crazy explorer, we really walked everywhere, including behind the temple! Yup, there was a hidden temple behind Angkor Wat; not a big 1! But, it was quite unique^^. Then after hours of hours walking, we decided to continue our journey!

Next Stop : Temples in Angkor Thom

Angkor Thom was actually the largest ancient city while Angkor Wat was the largest temple. Anyway, the entrance of Angkor Thom was so breathtaking!

One of my favourite temples was The Bayon! Yup, you can see faces of zen Buddhas there. What was so amazing that it was being assembled using stone to form a face! Totally cool! Another hour or so there, we were totally worn out! But, again, we were persistent! I can still walk! Then, we walked around Angkor Thom like MAD DOGS!

Temples Travelled

1. Baphuon (Need 25 years for restoration! Omg! How many 25 years do I have?)
   
2. Terrace of Elephant and Leper King (Really a terrace)
   
3. Phimeanakas (Need to climb super high stairs)
4. Prasat Suor Prat (I like this 12 temples; yet, not many people love them)
   

After that, my fellow companion - Mr. Lee was too tired to continue. Therefore, we decided to go back to our guesthouse to rest. Around 3pm, we continue our adventure to Preah Khan! That time, it was raining!@@ But, again, it did not stopped us!

This temple was huge like a maze! If you really do not remember your route, omg, good luck then! Another crazy photo of me! Can you spot the pink shirt guy dancing in the rain?! hahaha!

Without realising we were spending too much time in this maze, it was already 5.30pm. We still had another destination- Bakheng! But, too late, when we reached there, the temple was closed already!...Haiz~~~However, we did not just went back to our guesthouse. Our drive actually drove us back to Angkor Wat to see the sunset! It was indeed a wise move^^~~~

That night, our dinner was~~~~~~~~~~

We really can't live without KFC. Somehow, KFC is almost the same in Malaysia^^

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