10/21 Angkor Wat II

My tour of the complex was rushed.  I will save the details for my February visit.  It has definitely ranked in the top three.  Returning to Siem Reap, I took a long slow walk down the river and found a beautiful pagoda.  Wandered through the complex which felt light and alive compared to Angkor Wat.  The colors were vivid and there were old women and young people sitting, praying, lighting incense, chatting. Went to a little restaurant and had some wonderful Cambodian food - coconut fish curry.  Walked back to a more touristy area and sat on a corner with my laptop and a glass of rum.  Woke up at 5a to catch the first of two very long buses back to HCMC.  Had 15 minutes to run and get my passport in Phnom Phen.  Still can't believe my little remok driver made it.  Funny thing was after haggling for the price, he took my money and said "I hope you gave me a tip".  Made me laugh.  So audacious.  Regardless, I love the Cambodian people.  Such incredible smiles.  Can't wait to go back in Feb.