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Wednesday, July 8, 2009

About Preah Vihea temple

According to high government official of Ministry of Fines and Arts, Prea
h Vihea will be included the World Heritage next year following world heritage committee will monitor and evaluate the result of the visit to Preah Vihea Temple.
Preah Vihea located at Svay Chrum Village, Kan Tout Commune, Choam Ksan District, on the mountain rank of Dang Rek (Preah Vihear Mountain is 800 Meters x 400 Meters. Preah Vihear Mountain has very steep side from Cambodia and gently sloping side from Thailand. Preah Vihear temple has 405-Kilometer distance from Phnom Penh or 108-Kilometerdistance from the provincial town of Preah Vihear by road No 211 to the ChoamKsan District.
Chhuch Phoeun, Secretary of State for Ministry of Fines and Arts, quoted by local-khmer newspaper said that after officials in charge of the world heritage affairs visited to Preah Vihea on November 1st 2006 in order to monitor and evaluate, the result of the visit will be reported to session to make decision in Netherlands. And the session’s decision to be made will be scheduled in 2007. On January 30, 2006, Cambodia government submitted proposal to be inscribed Preah Vihea into the World Heritage Property.
Preah Vihear temple was handed over by France to Thailand in 1954 and given back to Cambodia by the sentence of the La Er International Court dated 15 June 1962. This temple is the historical site named “Se Khari Svarak” means “power of mountain” and was built at the end of 9th century and at the beginning of 10th century by four Kings - Preah Bat Yak So Varman I from AD 889-910; Preah Bat Sorya Varman I from AD 1002-1050; Preah Bat Sorya Varman II from AD 1113-1150 and Preah Bat Chey Varman VI from AD 1080-1109.












The temple is famous for its bas-reliefs wich were carved to teach Khmer people about Vishnu.





Angkor Wat


Angkor Wat is the most famous temple of the Angkor site. Built by Suryavarman II during the first half of the 12th century, is is a funeral pyre dedicated to Vishnu. The temple covers 1500 x 1300 m area and it spreads over three levels and is surrounded by 4 protective walls.

Ou Chhoer Teal Beach

Here are a few Cambodia Resorts Most of the tourist that come to Cambodia want to see the amazing temples of Ankgor Wat in Siem Reap the next most popular area would be the beach's of Sihanoukville. Resorts on the beach in Sihanoukville are relatively new. a new twist for Cambodia is resorts that are starting to pop up on the islands off of Sihanoukville and soon I am sure Kampot-Kep.
Reef Resort this is a good choice if you are looking for a resort near the beach that is very comfortable and offers allot of amenities One of the only Salt Water pools in Cambodia. The Reef Resort Hotel also has a Cambodia Dive Shop EcoSea Dive on the premises. a short walk to the most famous of Cambodia beach Serendipity Beach where most people hang out during the day. The Reef Resort is a Discount Hotel Hunters dream at around $30 a night depending on the season.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Roman Colosseum

What?
The Colosseum is a large building made by the Roman Empire. It is an amphitheatre built in elliptical shape, which can seat more than 60.000 spectators.
Where?
It stands in Rome, the capital of Italy; at the East of the Roman Forum. Thousands of people travelled there in order to watch the gladiator battles, executions and many other acts that the Emperors made for the espectators.
Who and How?
It was built by the Emperor Vespasiano, and the construction started in the year 70 BC. Ten years later it was finished, by the Emperor Tito. Also, it was modified during the empire of Domiciano. The last games were celebrated in the VI Century.

Las Vegas


Las Vegas is the largest city in the state of Nevada. This is commonly referred to as entertainment capital of the world. The city has great casino hotels and creates a fantasy like atmosphere. Las Vegas is a great travel destination for honeymooners and travel addicts.
A trip to Vegas is usually a trip to “the strip”, about 20 long blocks of neon lights, public drinking and casinos.

Hawaii vacation


Going for Hawaii vacation will make you feel very happy by the beauty and hospitality. They want to do the things that they would not do at home. The beautiful Hawaii islands offer you to see world famous beaches closely; offer you peace and calmness somewhere off the beaten path.
During winter season, Hawaii is fully packed with tourists. When you visit Hawaii, don’t forget to enjoy the activities like: Seeing Molten lava flow at Kilauea volcano, hiking through Waipio Valley, visiting the largest Hawaiian religious temple Puukohola Heiau and playing in the snow atop Mauna Kea.