An escape to country side of Cambodia

An escape to country side of Cambodia
An escape to country side of Cambodia
An escape to country side of Cambodia

A journey into the countryside to experience delights of village life in rural Cambodia is a must do things. It is very likely to get exhausted doing the temple run continually and you want to walk away from all the touristy trails and see the real Cambodia.

I chose to visit village market, Angkor Silk artisan, schools, and took a tuk-tuk to escape from city and see the green pastures. The Cambodian are gentle soul, and I feel for the atrocities they have been through. We couldn’t understand each other language but we could talk using the broad smiles and sign language.

Other reason for me to go on an offbeat journey, because I was upset at the tourist scams and wanted to be with people, who I can actually trust without feeling I was being cheated. So I asked tuk-tuk to take me for an escape and no, I didn’t wish to see any floating markets, just a short walking tour to see rice paddies, and meet local people. And it was indeed a day worth remembering with the scenic landscapes and beautiful people around. Here are some  pictures from my escapes-

tuktuk_country_cambodia-6456804 Tuk tuk ride to escape from touristy trails reflection_countryside_cambodia-2846915 Reflections cambodia_countryside-4652488 I believe monsoon is the best season to visit Cambodia fishing_country_cambodia-7809559 I can look at fisher men and fishing for hours, it is just so interesting Another interesting method of Fishing using the basket Another one boating_kids_cambodia_countryside-2331337 Such a pleasure two see these little fellows riding the boat Or just chit chatting Finally I meet kids who are not asking for money and just smiling to see a strange girl

So, find a day between the temple trails and meet the beautiful people and nature. There are tour companies providing the rural tours http://tripleacambodia.com/siem-reap-floating-village-countryside-day-tour/ else you might just take a tuk-tuk and do it on your own.