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Beng Mealea

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Fascinating

Beng Mealea is a temple which is 60km from Siem Reap. It belongs to the larger temple complex of Angkor, but it's far less popular with tourists, making it perfect for those who dream of adventure. Until recently, it was dangerous to visit, with landmines found a few hundred metres from its perimeter. However, as elsewhere in Cambodia, a Germany company has cleared the area to a 1km radius. However, nothing has been done about the snakes that infest the site, so walking among the stones is a risk. We were lucky enough not to see any of them, but apparently there are are plenty living here.

To enter the temple, you are advised to stay on the wooden walkways, and the local boys (who will work for you as a guide in exchange for a couple of dollars) are very careful in that regard.

Nearby, you'll find the floating forest, with floating villages that will show you a fascinating glimpse into the traditional Cambodian way of life. The people here are friendly but very poor, and with a hint of sadness in their eyes, which is not strange if you know something about the past and present of this country.
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