Angkor Wat Tourism

Type of destination: Historical

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 days

Angkor Wat is an iconic temple complex located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It is the largest religious monument in the world, originally constructed as a Hindu temple for the Khmer Empire, gradually transforming into a Buddhist temple towards the end of the 12th century. Built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat is renowned for its grand scale and intricate artwork, covering an area of over 162 hectares. The complex is designed to represent Mount Meru, the home of the gods, according to Hindu mythology, and is encircled by a large moat which adds to its majestic appearance. The temple's five towers are meant to emulate the peaks of the mountain, with the central tower standing at a height of 65 meters. Angkor Wat is famous for its detailed bas-reliefs and stone carvings that adorn its walls, depicting various Hindu epics, including the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Tourists flock to this UNESCO World Heritage site to witness its architectural beauty and historical significance, particularly at sunrise, when the light beautifully illuminates the temple's facade.

Top 5 Reviews on Angkor Wat

rosettat200

Wrote on 21st Jul, 2024

Awe-inspring legacy

Angkor Wat is a testament to the grandeur of Khmer architecture. The scale and detail are simply astounding. We were particularly captivated by the ancient sculptures, which are beautifully preserved ..

cmtran7393

Wrote on 20th Jul, 2024

Magical and moving experience

Magical Spiritual experience! I was in awe with the ingenuity, perseverance and dedication of ancient Khmer - they were capable of building this majestic and vast religious complex in just a few decad..

SpirosA26

Wrote on 20th Jul, 2024

The 8th Wonder !!!

I travel a lot in my life but never have had the opportunity to see so amazing place !! I do agree that is the 8th wonder !! You must see by your self. Wish you to be there soon …

12ilyassb

Wrote on 19th Jul, 2024

Breathtaking temple

The temple is absolutely breathtaking and worth visiting. Unfortunately, I did not have the sunrise or sunset experience on both days I visited due to bad weather but I have made a little friend, a st..

P1950OQmatthewh

Wrote on 18th Jul, 2024

Truly spectacular

Absolutely incredible place. We were contemplating not taking a detour on our family holiday to view Angkor Wat, but so glad we made the effort as it is truly spectacular!

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