The El Rocio Pilgrimage has its origin in the 15th century and is known far beyond the borders of Spain. The place of pilgrimage El Rocio with 800 inhabitants is located near Huelva in southern Andalusia. Annually at Pentecost, more than 1 million pilgrims gather on three days to worship the Virgin of El Rocío, […]
From Siem Reap to the Thai Border Poipet
For our journey from Siem Reap to Koh Chang via the Thai border in Poipet, we have booked a car, in order to see something of the country. Via the National Highway 6, that is lined with a number of renowned hotels in the urban area , we leave Siem Reap. Afterward, the highway leads […]
Apsara Dance and Dinner in Siem Reap
The Apsara dance is an essential part of the Cambodian culture and has its origin in the 7th century. Who does not know the reliefs of the dancing women in the temples of Angkor. Apsara dance The roots of the Apsara dance lie in Hindu and Buddhist mythology. Under King Jayavarman VII, there were over […]
Central Boutique Angkor Hotel Siem Reap and Bad Weather?
It is November 29th and we just come back to the Central Boutique Angkor Hotel. On the way back from the large temple round in Angkor, where we have visited six temples, it started already to rain lightly, but now the heavy tropical rain is pattering down. We sit on our covered patio outside our room […]
Angkor Temples and photo shooting – Cambodia
Angkor temples are a perfect backdrop for photo shootings. So we are not surprised to see some of them during our visit of the Angkor temples Neak Pean, Prasat Ta Som, Eastern Mebon and Prasat Pre Rup. After we visited Preah Khan we continue to Northern Baray, one of three major reservoirs. Neak Pean – The […]
Romance Hotel with Rooftop view – Hue
The Romance Hotel in Hue is a hotel this which satisfies elevated claims in every regard. It is centrally located, not far from the perfume river. Numerous restaurants can be found in the vicinity. At night the hotel is lit up in bright colors that form pretty patterns. From the roof of the hotel you […]