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Bayon, Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Be sensitive to Cambodia's past. This is not a country to take advantage of and you will often see travellers in cafes smoking joints and ignoring local rules and customs. Don't give to beggars, instead, give to local children's orphanages who need your help.

Get used to being told what you want to hear. Ask before agreeing to anything!

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Bikes and trucks and noise!

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Travel the streets of Siem Reap

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Ravaged by the evil of Pol Pot in the 1970's, Cambodia is slowly recovering from the horrors of 1975 but is still a long way off. The people are lovely and the food is great - enough reason to visit. Getting around can be a pain but, hey, this is backpacking!

Buy a 3-day pass at Angkor Wat. You can not see this amazing 7th wonder of the world in one day. Ignore the idiots who tell you that you can
Yep, travel is tough but adventurous. Demand a helmet when on a motorbike 'taxi' and if your driver can't provide one, say your Hail Mary's and hold on tight!
Don't walk from marked tracks because there are land mines everywhere in Cambodia

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