The Children of Siem Reap

As in Phnom Penh, most of our time in Siem Reap was spent with the high-spirited children. Their intoxicating laughter and smiles are what we will remember the most. We were happy to give our time to Anjali House and PCL (People for Care and Learning), two organizations making a real difference for the children of Cambodia.

The genocide in the 70's, has left 50% of the population under the age of 25. Therefore, the future of this country literally is held with the youth of today. Unfortunately, the government is not providing proper education. For example, we met many teenagers who had never been to school and are now at a 1st grade education level. Anjali House and PCL are helping to combat this situation. To learn more about these organizations go to: http://www.anjali-house.com and http://peopleforcare.org/

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Ian and Greg

Anjali House...

Temples of Ankgor

The grandeur of the temples in Cambodia exhibit a rich culture that give the Cambodian people so much pride. Built in the 12th century, the temples rest in an untouched jungle landscape covering many square miles. Touring these monuments transported us to the time of great empires that seems inconceivable in today's world. Again, pictures, nor words, can describe the energy this place holds. Our favorite temples were the more delapidated ones, overgrown with monstruous trees.

If anyone is thinking of visiting the Temples of Angkor, better make it fast! The government has already begun a large restoration project. This was very disappointing to us, because there is so much beauty in their ruin.

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Ian and Greg