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> Why don't you like Phnom Penh?
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> Alfred Molon - Photos of Asia, Africa and Europe

Phnom Penh doesn't have anything really spectacular or notable to
offer in terms of sightseeing. The palace is nice but not
extraordinary. There is the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, this is a one
of a kind, as is a visit to one of the Killing Fields. But not
everyone wants to see this.

There are a lot of beggars in this city compared to other similar
sized Asian cities, this mainly due to the past actions by the Khmer
Rouge. I found them more persistent than in other cities.

The crime rate is rather high in this city. Lot's of petty theft.

I just didn't feel like I got the biggest bang for my buck in Phnom
Penh. There are other destinations that I could spend the same amount
of time and money and see more interesting and educational sights. For
most of us, we have a limited amount of time for a vacation, so I try
to make the most of it.

When I was young I traveled around SE Asia as a backpacker, of course
that was 30 years ago. These days I don't like surprises when it comes
to my accommodations, I don't have time to waste running around to
arrange tickets and the like. I know for some people this is the
enjoyment of travel. But I prefer things to be somewhat organized.

Geno