25/09 Last Day in Phnom Penh

After the distressing but utterly essential experience of the first day in Phnom Penh, we had a rather more upbeat second day, exploring the various palaces, markets and museums down town. Still there were many reminders of Cambodia’s past and present struggles through the day, and at Sam’s request, we finished at an orphanage where we had the chance to talk to talk to the kids and provide some food supplies.

We all agreed that we loved Phnom Penh and the Cambodian people. The guidebook quotes “These people have been to hell and back but their optimism and unbreakable spirit is infectious” and I couldn’t have said it better myself.

Tomorrow we head to Siem Riep which is Cambodia’s second city and a stones throw away from Angkor Wat, considered to be the eight wonder of the world.