Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

I have been to Angkor Wat and I can only say that it's one of the most amazing sites I've ever seen. It really is an iconic temple from this region of Cambodia and without a doubt the largest one. If you want to take in the beauty of temples at sunrise or sunset, visiting 6 temples during a tour I can recommend is the best option.

Truly the experience of a lifetime! We took a tour to see the sunrise over the temple and it was truly an amazing site. Almost the entire temple complex is open to be explored. You can visit the first, second, and the top levels of the temple. It was originally built as a Hindu Temple and was later converted into a Buddhist temple. Tons of history at the site. Beautiful carvings in the walls.

A breathtaking temple complex, beautiful from both the western and eastern entrances although the eastern with the palm trees and water was especially gorgeous. We went around 4pm on a weekday and it wasn’t too crowded. We hired a tour guide, who was helpful for showing us around and telling us all the detailed stories of the religion and history, although it also would be a nice place to explore at your own pace and feel uninhibited taking pictures.

A must see destination. No wonder its a UNESCO world heritage site. Was lucky enough to go at the beginning of the 2003 season when there were fewer than normal tourists around. Saw all sections and able to appreciate the centuries of craftsmanship and the history of the temple.

Photo dump. Angkor Wat Temple is a 1,000 year old temple and former capital of Cambodia. It is absolutely massive and unbelievably well preserved. We've been to most of the well know ruins around the world and this is hands down the largest and best maintained.