Tips on visiting Ankor Wat?!

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Re: Tips on visiting Ankor Wat?!

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Paulo wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:29 pm Take an umbrella for shade. It will be really hot, dusty and dry.
I eat healthy etc, and a hat and sunscreen will do.
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It is seven kilometers from downtown to Angkor Wat Temple, 26 kilometers for the big loop, and 7km back. Basically as marathon but have fun running it. Oh, they will probably not let you into the temples in running shorts and vest, which should make the experience even more interesting;-)
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IDGAF wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:45 pm
Anthony's Weiner wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:38 pm
I think he was suggesting that a man in your incredible physical shape with exceptional good looks could probably hop one-legged on the ay out to Angkor Wat and return doing handstands with two of the many Korean tourists you will no doubt absolutely charm with your fabulous personality, strapped to your inverted back. At least that is the way I interpreted it.
Its 5-6kms not a trek across a desert.
Not sure why you are so passive aggressive because some people are fitter/tougher than you are?
Sorry to burst your bubble.
It's 5-6 km to the entrance, while wearing your running gear they probably won't even sell you a ticket.

Are you familiar with the Cambodian climate? If you think about running or cycling this isn't the best time of the year. Better try around New Year.
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IDGAF wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:48 pm
Paulo wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:29 pm Take an umbrella for shade. It will be really hot, dusty and dry.
I eat healthy etc, and a hat and sunscreen will do.
Interesting. What kind of diet could replace the need for shade?
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Go in the rainy season. Many days are overcast with no rain and there are not many people about.
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IDGAF wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:45 pm
Anthony's Weiner wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 4:38 pm
I think he was suggesting that a man in your incredible physical shape with exceptional good looks could probably hop one-legged on the ay out to Angkor Wat and return doing handstands with two of the many Korean tourists you will no doubt absolutely charm with your fabulous personality, strapped to your inverted back. At least that is the way I interpreted it.
Its 5-6kms not a trek across a desert.
Not sure why you are so passive aggressive because some people are fitter/tougher than you are?
Sorry to burst your bubble.
In that case you could probably walk on your hands and pat yourself on the back at the same time. IDGAF ...passive aggressive moniker my super athletic hero
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fuck; this place is getting like tof
if he wants to run, let him
no sweat off my balls
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I think you gave yourself the best advice. Hire a tuk tuk to take you there and back especially if it’s only for 3 hours. You won’t do better winging it trying to find a ride back.

He can also take you to a few different temples if you want.

The price is about $40 now I think so best make a good day of it.
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Re: Tips on visiting Ankor Wat?!

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phuketrichard wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 5:43 pm fuck; this place is getting like tof
if he wants to run, let him
no sweat off my balls
Absolutely, I am always supporting unusual behaviour.
On my first visit long time ago I ran out to Angkor Wat looked around for 2 hours and took a moto back to town. Got back in time for breakfast with my girlfriend.
Nice morning
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Re: Tips on visiting Ankor Wat?!

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King Keil wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 8:48 pm
phuketrichard wrote: Tue Apr 23, 2019 5:43 pm fuck; this place is getting like tof
if he wants to run, let him
no sweat off my balls
Absolutely, I am always supporting unusual behaviour.
On my first visit long time ago I ran out to Angkor Wat looked around for 2 hours and took a moto back to town. Got back in time for breakfast with my girlfriend.
Nice morning
I used to do that a few times a week. Alas, no longer possible.
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