In the 16th century, the Spanish conquistadors tore into the New World of South America. Francisco Pizarro an illiterate, peasant soldier who conquered Peru was perhaps the most ruthless of these soldiers of fortune. In 15 years he and his
1000 Places to See Before You Die: Cambodia
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Inspired by Patricia Schultz’s best-selling travel book, <em>1,000 Places to See Before You Die</em> chronicles the journey of a young couple who put their lives on hold to travel the world for 14 weeks. Albin and Melanie Ulle, newlyweds from Colorado, experience the vast beauty and diverse cultures of 13 amazing countries and approximately 100 of the 1,000 Places from the book, while unearthing all the local charms and traditions along the way!
The Ulles travel to Cambodia, examining Angkor; Tonle Sap, a huge freshwater floodplain; and the shrine at Choeung Ek honoring those who died during the Pol Pot regime in the “killing fields.”
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