Epic Voyage to the West: Song of the Blue Dream | Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Epic Voyage to the West: Song of the Blue Dream | 🇰🇭 Sihanoukville, Cambodia ✨ Finally, I set foot in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, a place full of controversy. If it weren't for the Blue Dream cruise ship stopping at Sihanoukville, I wouldn't have come to this Cambodian city full of Chinese characters. Sihanoukville doesn't have many attractions, but the local guide made an effort to arrange a visit to a fishing port and market, where I saw the lives of ordinary people. Compared to those popular tourist cities, the people here are so simple and honest. 📍 Wat Leu: Halfway up the mountain, it is a place of tranquility. You can overlook the panoramic view of the city, and the solemn atmosphere is mixed with the smoke and fire of the world. The temple is magnificent, with exquisite carvings and gorgeous murals, and every detail shows the profound heritage of Khmer culture. The monks, dressed in orange robes, quietly practice and chant, while mischievous monkeys scurry across the rooftops. The temple is surrounded by lush greenery, and the occasional sound of bells brings peace to the mind. 📍 Wat Krom: It has a different charm from Wat Leu, with a sense of agility and openness. The temple's architecture glows with golden decorations in the sunlight. Walking along the temple, you can reach the seaside and feel the sea breeze. The aroma of the midday vegetarian meal fills the air, and this blend of religion and humanity brings a wonderful spiritual touch. 📍 Phsar Leu: A local market full of smoke and fire! A variety of small goods are dazzling. Fresh tropical fruits are piled up like small mountains, exuding a tempting aroma, and the prices are super affordable. Mangoes, durians, dragon fruits... There are also special handicrafts with a unique Cambodian style. Walking through the bustling crowd, listening to the vendors' cries, you can feel the strong local atmosphere. 📍 Ochheuteal Beach: A holiday paradise in Sihanoukville. The long beach is like a golden ribbon, and the fine and soft sand is incredibly comfortable to walk on. The locals say this is the best beach in the world. The nearby restaurants all have Chinese signs, and the locals enjoy barbecue and drinks even more than the tourists. 📍 Tomnub Rolork Village: A simple fishing village hidden away from the hustle and bustle, with fishing boats lined up and fishermen returning from the sea selling all kinds of seafood in the village. The villagers are warm and hospitable, with simple smiles on their faces, and the children play and laugh in the village. Although life is simple, it is full of happiness and satisfaction. Here, you can touch the most authentic side of Sihanoukville. A brief visit to Sihanoukville is not as bad as the rumors say. As long as you maintain basic safety awareness and follow a local guide, you can avoid most of the hidden dangers.