Water Festival Success in Siem Reap

SIEM REAP (Khmer Times) – But for a few boats taking on too much water during their races, Siem Reap’s Water Festival has gone off without a hitch this year.

Siem Reap’s boat teams did their province proud, taking top spots in this year’s races, and local officials report that the influx of visitors to Cambodia’s largest 2015 Water Festival was great for local business – although some vendors who rented space along the busy riverside would beg to differ.

With concerts, carnival rides and street vendors lining the riverbanks since last week, it seems revelers just wish the celebrations had continued for another day.

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