On our way to the temple, we'll make a quick stop by the roadside to see the local sugar palm industries. Located 16 miles (25 km) outside of the main Angkor complex, this red-sandstone temple features some of the most beautiful and intricate carvings and examples of skilled Angkorian artisanship. Starting off our cultural tour with a visit to Banteay Srei-the Citadel of Women-a beautiful temple dedicated to the Hindu god, Shiva that dates back to 967 CE. Enjoy some Khmer food at a local restaurant, before rounding out the day with a visit to Ta Prohm. Also known as the Tombraider temple, here the ruins of the ancient stone structure have been allowed to be reclaimed by the jungle, with vines and towering banyan trees slowly encroaching upon the intricately carved stone blocks.Īfter that, we can head to our favorite spot for sunset, or return to the hotel where you can spend the evening relaxing after your temple adventures!ĭay 3: Siem Reap Temple, Floating Village & Countryside Cultural Tour See the heroic landmine-hunting rats of Apopo!Īfter breakfast, we'll set off into the countryside around Siem Reap. Surrounded by walls over 26" (8m) high and 7.5 miles (12 km) long, five huge gates with stone faces provide access to this historic city which houses the famed Bayon-the Temple of the Faces-along with the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King.Īt midday take a break at the former Royal Bathing Pool of Sra Srang. Featuring over 3,000 individual Aspara or heavenly maidens carved into the bas-reliefs in the stone, the attention to detail here is exquisite, rivaling the Taj Mahal in grandeur and the Pyramids in scale.Īfter that, we'll head to the ancient city of Angkor Thom, the last and longest-reigning capital of the Khmer Empire, which was built by King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century. This 12th-century temple was built by Suryavarman II and is the biggest single religious monument in the world. Our recommended itinerary starts at Angkor Wat. We can also spend more time exploring a couple of the main temples and different cities in the complex, or try to tick as many off as we can, it's up to you. Get the full temple experience with an early start to see the sun rise over the temples, or head out a little later, the choice is yours. With plenty of temples to see and one day nowhere near enough time to see them all, we'll tailor our itinerary of the temples to suit your needs. Angkor Wat-derived from the Sanskrit words for City and Temple-was the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire for over 500 years, from 802 CE when it was founded by the self-proclaimed 'God King' Jayarvaman II, to the late 14th century, when it fell to Siamese invaders from nearby Ayutthaya. Spend the day on a tuk-tuk tour through the amazing temples of the Angkor complex, a little way outside of Siem Reap. Koh Rong to Botum Sakor National Park via Sihanoukville Siem Reap Temple, Floating Village & Countryside Cultural Tourįree Time in Koh Rong (Self-Selected Activities)
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