If you want to find real inner calm, spiritually rich Siem Reap and Luang Prabang will rebalance you better than any spa retreat. Joseph Angelo finds his center exploring two of Southeast Asia’s most important destinations.
There are few places as inherently calming as Luang Prabang. Tucked away in the mountains of northern Laos, the sleepy ancient capital will slow your pulse and nourish you spiritually with its UNESCO-protected gilded wats, and delightfully languid way of life.
Then, just a short flight away, in the heart of the Cambodian jungle lies a city once the epicenter of an empire: Siem Reap. Here, life revolves around Angkor Wat, an architectural marvel that is shrouded in mystery and tangled in centuries-old roots. Its commanding presence permeates through the small town, which, despite its lively nightlife, carries a calm that will stick with you.
On a recent trip to the two Southeast Asian cultural hubs, Joseph Angelo finds peace. Between a languorous cruise down the Mekong, a dip at Kuang Si Falls, and many contemplative strolls through Siem Reap’s ruins, the buzz of his life in Bangkok slowly fades. With the stripped-back luxury havens of Amantaka and Amansara as his home base, it’s easy to focus on oneself and the spiritually rich air of his destinations.
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Joseph Angelo’s Top 3 Favorite Experiences
Amantaka
- Sunset cruise
- Breakfast at Kuang Si Waterfall
- First light alms offering
Amansara
- Angkor Wat tour
- Apsara Spa
- Boat cruise
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