Pirates of Penzance.....at Angkor Thom!

Hello There!

I found myself under the shade of my favourite Bongbong tree at Angkor Thom this morning, once again observing the passing parade of visitors. I couldn’t help but notice how ridiculous some of them looked. I'm referring of course to that particular cohort who insist on wearing baggy Chinese fisherman pants, Malay cheesecloth shirts, Bob Marley inspired hair, and tinkling Tibetan trinketry; they look more like a bunch of wayward buccaneers than tourists. And of course there's the issue of inappropriate cultural appropriation to be considered. I could not decide if they were here to see the temples or to attend a Pirates of Penzance audition such was their ridiculous presentation. Gilbert & Sullivan would have been impressed!

I, personally speaking, have always found my safari clothing to be perfectly appropriate, and if you're planning on visiting Angkor I would advise you to follow my lead. A comfortable cotton safari shirt, suitable cravat, generously loose shorts coupled with knee-high walk socks will stand you in good stead, unlike the recalcitrants getting around here in their jumentous, hobo inspired tie-dyed attire. Do check out my Pinterest board on suitable attire for visiting the temples here at Angkor.

Cheers

Timmofey

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