ANGKOR PARK, CAMBODIA
Angkor Wat is the largest religious structure in the world. The locals guide you to the different temples one by one - avoiding the hottest parts of the day. The key to Angkor Park is to hit the popular spots at the start of open hours, stay out of the sun (as much as possible), bring more water than you think you need (our Tuk Tuk driver Mr. Chun kept a cooler under our seats), bring your own travel guide book, bring a snack (I always carry a clif bar on me), wear comfortable walking shoes, be respectful, and keep an open mind.
We let our tuk tuk driver Mr. Chun lead us through.
FRIDAY
The first day we started out at 7a.m. and were done around noon. The heat of the day bears down on you just around lunchtime.
East Mebon Temple
10th Century AD Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva built during the reign of King Rajendravarman II. Originally it stood above water.
Banteay Srei Temple
10th Century AD Hindu temple dedicated to the the deity Shiva. The carvings at this site are incredibly well preserved.
Ta Som Temple
12th Century AD Buddhist temple built for King Jayavarman VII.
Neak Pean
12th Century AD Buddhist temple built a top an artificial island.
Preah Khan
12th Century AD is a fusion temple of Buddhism and Hinduism built by King Jayavarman VII.
SATURDAY
Mr. Chun (our Tuk Tuk driver) picked us up at 5a.m. sharp.
Angkor Wat
Pre-sunrise
Ta Prohm
SUNDAY
Central Angkor Thom
Terrace of the Leper King
Royal Palace
Bayon Temple
OTHERS DEETS
Flying / bus
Park Passes: 1 day = 3 day = 5 day =
Currency
What do wear
Where to stay
Other Resources
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/angkor-unesco-global-treasures/index.html
Angkorsunsets.com offers alternative viewing destinations.
https://wikitravel.org/en/Angkor_Archaeological_Park
http://www.tourismcambodia.com/attractions/angkor.htm
https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/668
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angkor