Luck was on my side and I was able to plan a short escapade from the desert. The idea was to make Myanmar the highlight of the trip but due to logistic reasons we ended up adding Cambodia and Thailand to the mix, not a complain of course.

The trip started with a quick stop in Phnom Phen and stayed at the vacation boutique hotel very near to the river and the rest of the downtown, a place totally recommended for the price.

Phnom Penh was only a short stop before heading to Siem Reap so I was not expecting a lot of it other than good opportunities for street photography. Usually capital cities are just a bit too much of a mess to enjoy in short time but I'm happy to say that even and evening alone was good and very enjoyable. If you stay in downtown close to the river you have access to all the fun at a walking distance.

Hotel was almost as good as sleeping on a tuk tuk. Fuji X100s

Up for a little adventure and following my friends advice, we decided to have some pizza. Yes, you may be thinking that is a waste but this was special happy pizza. Readily available pretty much everywhere you can ask for the special green condiment to be added :) I suggest it completely, happy ride.

Beautiful sunset over the river. Fuji X100s f2 1/75s iso 400

After much needed food a nice stroll was the best decision, just follow the river (Preah Sisowat Quay St.) and you will be able to find a couple of gems like Wat Ounalom, the Royal palace and the dreamland Park.

A shiny sign for the king at the park. Fuji X100s f2 1/40s iso 2500

Ramen stand? Fuji X100s f2 1\40s iso 2500

It goes without saying that a visit to the night market is mandatory, crazy smells, colorfull shops and lots of cheap stuff. Not one of the best I've seen (Taiwan) but definitely worth a visit.

Fashionistas won't be disappointed. Fuji X100s f2 1/40s iso 2500

Night madness. Fuji X100s f2 1/40s iso 2500

After all it ended being nice stop over, totally recommended for one or two days and I'm glad we did it. Stay tuned for some more of Cambodia, after all Siem Reap is the place to be experienced.

Hanging out with the monks. Fuji X100s f2 1/40s iso 2500