Rain fails to dampen Angkor City Night Run

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H S Manjunath

 

Steady evening drizzle failed to dampen the enthusiasm of over 600 runners of all ages and abilities who took part in the country’s first ever Angkor City Night Run in Siem Reap on Sunday, setting the pace for a similar twilight treat for both locals and tourists on the eve of the upcoming New Year.

 

The 5km fun run began and ended in one of the city’s most famous areas, Pub Street, well known for its bustling nightlife of music, entertainment and international cuisine.

 

The runners warmed up with their glowsticks and bracelets to toe tapping music in front of a specially built stage on the busy street before coming under a gun start from Siem Reap’s Governor Khim Bunsong at the stroke of 7pm.

 

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