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Visiting the Killing Fields of Cambodia: Why It is so important?

Getting Lost, Travel Tips - Amanda - November 29, 2020

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When you arrive in the Killing Fields at the village of Choeung Ek, the first thing that you see is That:

Looking at it from a distance, you would not understand this was a website of mass genocide. In that stupa would be the skulls of tens of thousands of Cambodians who have been brutally slaughtered by the Khmer Rouge.

In general, Pol Pot and his Khmer Rouge soldiers murdered around 1.7 million Cambodians.
While the Nazis constructed gas chambers for mass slaughter, the Khmer Rouge murdered people in the least expensive manner possible. To save money on bullets, they simply bludgeoned or Letting people to death rather.

In attempting to enforce his ideology, Pol Pot became more paranoid and murdered anyone who had been regarded as a hazard to the Khmer Rouge regime. The Khmer Rouge killed physicians, professors, teachers, attorneys, engineers and many others, and quite few of Cambodia’s educated course survived.

With the entry fee into the Killing Fields you get a sound guide, which requires you to different numbered posts around the website. It clarifies what things could have seemed like, and paints an image of exactly what occurred here. Visitors leave colored bracelets as a sign of respect.

As you walk around the region you’ll pass mass graves and pits that included the victims’ bodies. You will find glass boxes full of items of bones and clothing that have been found around the website.

Frequently bones, bones and clothes come to the surface after heavy rain due to the high number of bodies buried in the pits.

It is a harrowing and grim narrative, and possibly the oddest part is that the Killing Tree, in which the executioners smashed infants against the back.

Eventually, after the excursion, you walk within the tall stupa, where tens of thousands of skulls are laid out on shelves that reach all of the ways to the very top.

I am still not sure how I feel about dark tourism’ because I always feel quite awkward, walking around areas such as this, particularly with my camera. But, I do believe it’s important to observe such items, admit they exist, make folks conscious of what occurred, and make sure we attempt to stop genocide from happening in the future.

The Killing Fields are approximately 15km out of Phnomh Penh plus also a 30-40 minute ride at a tuk-tuk. Entry into the Killing Fields prices $3 USD.

How do you feel about genocide tourism?

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The Stunning Places in Cuba That You Should Definitely Visit

Best Destinations, Getting Lost - Amanda - August 24, 2020

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Cuba is a country that is all about magic, magnificence, fun, and unexpected charisma. The largest Caribbean island is dripping with exhilarating glory, fascinating history, captivating mystique, and culture. Be it the vintage cars that you can spot cruising through the city streets or the historically significant beautiful buildings of the past – everything in Cuba will remind you of the colonial days and it will seem the country has come to a standstill. However, the country isn’t all about its glorious past, you will be amazed to find the abundance of soul-soothing natural beauty here. You will be stunned by the breathtaking beaches that line the country. Pay attention to the shimmering coral reefs that lie still in the azure hued waters. From adventure sports to brimming natural allure – this country has it all. Now, is the time to learn all about the places to visit in Cuba. Continue Reading

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Take a Big Lebowski Tour

Getting Lost, Stories and Travel Info - Amanda - April 23, 2018

The Big Lebowski is one of the funniest and most creative movies ever to have been made in the 20th century. The film is jam-packed with sarcastic and somewhat cynical moments, and its characters make it even more interesting. Sure, the whole story is fascinating, but the way that Walter and The Dude, who doesn’t prefer being called by his surname, interact with each other is even funnier than the whole confusion that started everything.

If you’re a bit of a nostalgic and you’d like to go to the same places that show up during the movie or maybe you’d like to buy groceries from the same store The Dude did in the film, we’ve put together a list of spots you might want to check out in L.A. the next time you’re in town. You can create a Big Lebowski tour all on your own.

The Bowling Alley

The Hollywood Star Lanes is the place where most of the other events happen aside from those which usually occur at the Dude’s bungalow. Unfortunately, the alley was demolished back in 2002 and in its place now resides an elementary school. You can, however, take the best options in terms of bowling balls and alleys and check out the places nearby.

The wooden bridge

You know that moment when The Dude and Walter are supposed to throw a bag of money off a bridge to ensure that the ransom is paid and Bunny is returned safely? Well, that doesn’t happen exactly as planned, because Walter decides to throw a briefcase filled with his dirty laundry instead of the one with the money.
The wooden bridge where all of this occurs doesn’t exist in reality. However, it’s an actual bridge that connects the north of Simi Valley to the Santa Clara River, but it isn’t made out of wood. The material was added by the crew.

Larry Seller’s House

Larry Seller is an unfortunate kid that almost gets harassed by Walter because he doesn’t admit to having committed a crime he (of course) did not commit. To convince him to talk, Walter uses brute force and ends up going ballistic on a shiny Corvette. Unfortunately, the car did not belong to Larry. It was the property of his neighbor who had just acquired it. The house can be seen near the In-and-Out Burger on Camrose, and more specifically, on Stearns Drive.

The Nihilists’ Pancake House

On South Sepulveda Boulevard, you can still find Dinah’s Family Restaurant, which is a pancake place that opened back in 1959. That was the place where the nihilists used to gather and plan all of their future moves. The owners of the restaurant claim that about twenty million customers have been served since its opening in ‘59. Check it out, if you’re in the area. Apparently, the pancakes are really delicious.

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5 Fun Winter Destinations to Visit with Kids

Best Destinations, Getting Lost - Amanda - January 17, 2018

Winter Destinations to Visit with Kids

It’s nearly every child’s dream to experience snow at some point in their lifetime. Whether it’s because of watching their favorite films or the idea of building a snowman, many a child wants to experience the joy of playing in white powder. Whether you decide to road trip in an RV rental or book some flights, you may be looking for ways to make their dream come true. Continue Reading

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Bordeaux Travel Guide

Getting Lost - Amanda - August 24, 2015

The capital of the Gironde department within the Aquitaine region region of southwestern France, Bordeaux is wide honored mutually of the world’s largest wine-producing regions, generating over 800 million bottles of prestigious wine brands annually.

Bordeaux’s city center, known as the Pedestrian Zone, features more than 350 historic structures and landmarks that include medieval churches, a Roman amphitheater and charming old bridges such as the Ponte de The city also features several beautiful plazas of which the Place is the most stunning with its mirror-like effect.

Built upon the watercourse Garonne simply half an hour upcountry of the Atlantic Ocean, Bordeaux may be a major port town full of fine design, historic sites, exceptional looking and a first arts and culture scene all flat-top off with a relaxed atmosphere.

Bordeaux’s city centre, referred to as the Pedestrian Zone, options over 350 historic structures and landmarks that embody medieval churches, a Roman amphitheater and charming recent bridges like the Ponte de Pierre.The town conjointly options many stunning plazas of that the Place de la Bourse is that the most beautiful with its mirror-like result.

Bordeaux’s well-developed city district presents many quays wherever tourists will search among spirited markets and designer outlet outlets, eat pretty restaurants or just relax whereas loving the splendid views of the river.

A visit to Bordeaux wouldn’t be complete while not a guided or self-guided drive through the encircling wine country wherever tourists will admire unimaginable scenery, picturesque villages, vineyards and chateaux.

A town praised for its arts and culture scene, Bordeaux options a number of France’s most spectacular museums and art galleries likewise as opera homes and theaters. Every June, town hosts its spectacular Festival of Wine in wheel with the competition of the watercourse. For nightlife, the city’s city district quays supply pubs and nightclubs.

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