Theap Bunthin
 


Theap Bunthin is a Cambodian tour guide. He is bilingual, speaking both Khmer (Cambodia's native language) and English. He offers tours of the Siem Reap district and surrounding temples. Accommodation in the area can also be arranged.



Cambodia and the Angkor Temples

Located on the Siem Reap River, the Siem Reap district is close to several temple locations, including Angkor Wat and Roluos. Siem Reap city has a population of 90 000. Angkor Wat is probably the most famous of Cambodia's temples. The term "Wat" refers to a buddist temple monastery. The country's two major geographical features are the Mekong River, and Tonle Sap lake, which is one of the worlds richest sources of fresh water fish.

Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Stretching over some 400 sq. km, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. These include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations. (Sourced from The World Heritage List)

Biography

Theap Bunthin grew up under the regime of the Khmer Rouge, led by Pol Pot. Both his parents were killed as part of the massacre of educated or intellectual citizens. This was part of the reorganisation of Cambodia's population away from urban centres and towards collective farms. Civil war erupted and mass starvation of the population resulted.

Bunthin was brought up by his uncle in Cambodia. He was later sent to a Thai refugee camp where he received some schooling, including English lessons.

Bunthin now earns a living as a tour guide for the Siem Reap area. He is a freelance guide, working for several travel companies.

Bunthin has extensive local knowledge of both the area and the history of the Siem Reap area. He has first hand knowledge of the recent turbulent history of the country.

Contact Details

Contact Bunthin to organise a tour or accommodation within the Siem Reap region.

Theap Bunthin
English-speaking Tour Guide

Boeng Daun Pa Village
Slakram Commune
Siem Reap District
Siem Reap Town, Cambodia

Phone: (855) 12 866 914
Email: [email protected]




Links

Siem Reap Angkor Homepage
www.angkorwat.org
Learn Khmer

Gallery of locations to which Bunthin offers tours.



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