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Angkor Wat

Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Ranked #3 of 89 attractions in Siem Reap
Type: Ancient Ruins, Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites, Monuments/ Statues
Activities: Biking
Owner description: Angkor Wat, in its beauty and state of preservation, is unrivaled. Its mightiness and magnificence bespeak a pomp and a luxury surpassing that of a... more » Owner description: Angkor Wat, in its beauty and state of preservation, is unrivaled. Its mightiness and magnificence bespeak a pomp and a luxury surpassing that of a Pharaoh or a Shah Jahan, an impressiveness greater than that of the Pyramids, an artistic distinctiveness as fine as that of the Taj Mahal. « less
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cheam, surrey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Often when you have really wanted to visit somewhere - you get there and it is a dissapointment. Angkor Wat is not one of those places. It stays in your heart and you take the wonderful memories away with you. This is complemented by the kind and courteous Cambodian people that you meet.

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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

After visiting the other temples, Angkor Wat is still my favourite by comparison. The architecture is amazing. My advice is to get a personal guide to bring you around - they are very knowledgeable and it makes the experience more enriching. Otherwise, you'll just be wandering the temples aimlessly. Unless of course you are well-versed with Khmer history and would... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Other than inspire by the sun rise and the sun set around Angkor Wat, you will find yourself truly amazed by the wisdom and knowledge of the architecture, art works and believes which have not faded after centuries old. A must visit and you will also not regret for having friendly Cambodians along your journey (you will be amazed especially... More

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35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

If you are staying in Siem Reap you must visit the temples as this is probably the reason for your visit anyway. They are superb and the scale is just awe inspiring. It is best to go with a guide as the site is enormous and local knowledge is useful. Early or late in the day are best as it... More

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Siem Reap, Cambodia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

in Cambodia have a lot of the temples that i like . the people so friendly all way smile with us . very very happy in Cambodia. in my mine I still remember at all what I did in Cambodia. thank you for all Cambodia.

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alberta
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42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We loved this site, the murals, the well preserved ruins are amazing. Do not miss sunrise it is amazing, you take it just over the bridge by the lake in front of the Wat.

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Adelaide, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Angkor Wat is simply beautiful. Just walking in among the ruins gives you the majestic feel of the Khmer people at the height of their power when they were able to build these temples. Pictures doesn't do Angkor Wat justice, you must go there to experience the wonder for yourselves. We came as a couple in mid May 2013 and... More

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Doha, Qatar
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Getting up before dawn and seeing the sun rise over the temples was amazing. A must do! And a great opportunity to capture some amazing photos.

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

In March this year, me and my husband had the great opportunity to visit the historic temples of Angkor Wat, built by Khymer Dynasty, apparently !200yrs ago. We went to see the museum also which was holding artefacts from 3rd century onwards, mostly to do with Hindu Civilisation. A visit to Tonal Sap, floating village was also included, its worth... More

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Denpasar, Indonesia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

What a huge heritage...!! I discover this huge place with a tuk tuk driver. Very impressing and remind me to a place in Indonesia Prambanan and Borobudur.

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