RECALL THE PAST – MEET A LANDMINE SURVIVOR
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During the Vietnam War and Civil War in Cambodia, many mines were placed underground around the country. Unfortunately, it is still unclear where many of these mines are buried, meaning there are a number of amputees in Cambodia who are casualties of these Unexploded Ordinance (UXO). Today, you will meet with a landmine survivor who will share his life story of life before and after his accident, and his amazing recovery process.
TRADITIONAL KHMER HOUSE WITH THE YI FAMILY
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Today you will head to a traditional Khmer house known as Khoa Song. The house belongs to the Yi family and has been passed down through three generations. After the Khmer Rouge regime, the Yi family was left with only the elder sister and younger brother. After the Cambodian genocide, both made their way back to their home. The house consists of two buildings, one built in 1890 and the other built in 1907. The house is made of the best quality teak wood and the walls are constructed of
Half-Day Champey Acedemy of Arts Workshop
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Discover the depth of Cambodia’s cultural heritage and gain a unique, interactive perspective on its artistic legacy at the Champey Academy of Arts (CAA) in Phnom Penh. This vibrant center invites you to engage with the nation’s artistic traditions through hands-on workshops in traditional Khmer dance, painting, and music.
PHARE CIRCUS AND ROOFTOP COCKTAILS
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Head to a traditional circus tent in Siem Reap where you will enjoy a spectacular performance show which is anything but traditional. Varying throughout the year, watch a show of theatre, music, dance and modern circus, telling historical, folk and modern Cambodian stories. The performers come from very humble backgrounds and have been trained and graduated through the Phare scheme, providing a living wage and stability. After you have enjoyed this thrilling performance, head to Sokha River Lounge, where you will enjoy a delicious cocktail in this stylish rooftop
BANG PA-IN PALACE AND TEMPLES OF AYUTTHAYA
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Visit Bang Pa-in Palace is a former palace complex sitting on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. The palace was originally used as a summer retreat by the Thai royal family in the 17th century. It was destroyed with the fall of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya before being restored under King Rama IV in the 19th century. Most of the palace which remains today was built under the reign of King Rama V who was a regular visitor the palace. The palace includes a number of buildings
FULL-DAY KANCHANABURI TOUR FROM BANGKOK
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Enjoy a full-day guided tour to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok. The town of Kanchanaburi is located in the west of Thailand near to the Burmese border. For many years, the town was an important outpost for the Thai army to defend against the Burmese army. In the 1940s, Kanchanaburi came under Japanese occupation and was the location of the infamous Death Railway, a railway construction project to connect Thailand in to neighbouring Burma as a means of accessing India, during World War II. The Death Railway was constructed by