On Saturday, January 20, 2024, my daughter participated in a heartwarming school event Phnom Penh that encouraged students and their families to declutter and contribute to a sustainable community. The event was a bustling market where children sold items they no longer needed, offering them at very affordable prices. It was more than just a sale; it was an opportunity for students to learn the value of reuse and recycling while fostering a sense of community spirit.
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EXPLORING PHNOM TBENG – TAING YU COMMUNITY: A RAINY SEASON ADVENTURE
The rainy season is ideal for hiking if you’re interested in spotting mushrooms. There are plenty of varieties, as shown in my gallery.
My recent hiking trip to Phnom Tbeng at the Taing Yu community, was an unforgettable experience. Spanning three days and two nights, the journey was filled with the natural beauty and tranquility that only the rainy season can offer.
The lush, green landscape was a sight to behold, with the rain bringing out the vibrant colors of the forest. One of the highlights was visiting several stunning waterfalls. The sound of cascading water was both soothing and invigorating, and I couldn’t resist taking a dip in the refreshing rapids. Swimming in the natural pools was a perfect way to cool off after a long hike.
Continue readingVIREAK CHEY NATIONAL PARK IN RATANAKIRI PROVINCE – CAMBODIA
Vireak Chey National Park is a national park which is situated in north-eastern part of Cambodia covering an area of 3,380.57 km2 . It is in the districts of Veun Sai, in Taveng commune about 60 km northern of city center Banlung.
According to Cambodia Tourism website ” Virachey National Park was designated ASEAN Heritage Park in 2003 in recognition of its outstanding contribution to regional and international biodiversity conservation. This is one of two ASEAN Heritage Parks in Cambodia; the other being the Preah Monivong (Bokor) National Park in the province of Kampot.“
We went there in January 2021. It was windy season, very cold. You will enjoy the view of golden color. It was wonderful for us. We spent 4 days and 3 nights to travel and to hike in the park. Here below are the local area contact in case you plan to visit there.
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