by Marie Hernandez | Jul 14, 2015 | Destinations
Asia is full of rich culture and history. Since moving here I’ve had the privilege of seeing some amazing attractions and learning some of its legacy. Here is a list of must see attractions in Asia. Dynasties of China China is a fascinating country made up of...
by Marie Hernandez | Jul 5, 2015 | Destinations
Dating back to the 12th century, Bayon Temple is the stunning central temple of the ancient city of Angkor Thom. The temples are located north of the famous Angkor Wat. Bayon Temple was built in 1190 AD by King Jayavarman VII, and is a Buddhist temple but it...
by Marie Hernandez | May 8, 2015 | Destinations
Traditional Khmer dance, better known in Cambodia as dance drama, is dance that incorporates storytelling. There are four main modern genres of traditional Khmer dance: Classical Dance, Shadow theater, Lakhon Khol (all-male masked dance-drama.), and Folk Dance. An...
by Marie Hernandez | Sep 7, 2014 | Photo Essays
While touring the river villages in Siem Reap, Cambodia, we came across this boy and his father speeding through the waters. At first the site of the snake hanging around his neck disturbed me but our tour guide explained that his job was very important to the family....
by Marie Hernandez | Aug 18, 2014 | Destinations
The name Mekong means “mother of waters”, a name of actual significance for the people who survive at the water’s edge in Cambodia. Their lives rotate around agriculture and fishing and to them the river is literally life and death. The Mekong River is...
