Tourism Indochina: Angkor Wat International Half Marathon

Tourism Indochina: Angkor Wat International Half Marathon

In 2007 Angkor International Half Marathon was celebrated on 2 December and other related events on a day before Angkor International Half Marathon. During that time, there were 2,157 participants from 39 countries and 1 region, that's more than ever before! This race has been taking place in one of the famous world heritage, considered as a world heritage site by UNESCO. This event composes of many types of race such Half Marathon Men/Woman, 21 km Wheel Chair, 10 km Men/Women, 5 km Women, 3 km Kids, Bike Race, and Bike Rally. The next celebration will be held on December 7th, 2008. Apart from Sightseeing in Siem Reap there are a lot of thing to do and enjoy in their festivals and events. Surely, it can be a good idea to get involve with the real festivals and events. The race is arranged to gather money for the physically challenged, able bodied run for this honest purpose. There is no age limit of the participants, eight to eighty everybody can run. Winning or loosing does not matter at all here; participating for such a grand reason is concerned as the most honorable fact. Participants come here to take part in the Bike Race and Half Marathon from almost every part of the world. The participants receive warm welcome and are provided comfortable accommodation. Angkor half Marathon in Siem Reap revives the spirit and bond of the Khmer people. If you are coming to Cambodia during this great opportunity, please do not miss the Angkor Wat International Half Marathon. Beside from enjoying Angkor half Marathon in Siem Reap, you can plan for the other Festivals and Events in Siem Reap which include Chaul Chnam (Khmer New Year) in Siem Reap and Angkor Photo Festival in Siem Reap. Rest assured that the wonderful city of Siem Reap won’t disappoint you!

16th Angkor Wat International Half Marathon:

On Dec 4, 2011, mark your calendars for the 16th Angkor Wat International Half Marathon. This is an annual event held at the Angkor Temple Complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia, with the purpose of helping landmine survivors, as well as saving the young Cambodians from HIV/AIDS, which is one of the major health-related problems in the country these days. Through the years, thousands of participants have been flocking to Siem Reap to join the event with the aim of bringing artificial limbs to landmine victims and advocating the fight against the global menace, HIV/AIDs.

This year year also marks the 6th the Angkor Wat Bike Race and Ride that will happen on Dec. 3, 2011. This is organized by Village Focus International through VF-Cambodia and mainly aims to support poor children and women at risk of human trafficking, drug abuse and other forms of exploitation. Proceeds of the event are used to provide health, education and protective services to hundreds of children and their families living in the slum areas.

Apsara Tours is very proud to be a part of promoting these events through our newly designed special edition package, purposely made to bring foreign runners and cyclists to Cambodia to support these causes and at the same time to showcase the country's tourism gems. Our 3D2N package starts from US $210 per person on twin sharing basis, which includes accommodation, some meals and Siem Reap city tour. Optional temple tours are also available for your choice, should you wish to explore the temple ruins and set your feet on the grounds where Miss Lara Croft was once on.

Visit website of Angkor Wat International Half Marathon Steering Committee...


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