Angkor Wat Temples, Siem Reap

There is nothing like Angkor Wat anywhere on this planet! The Angkor Temples are spread out over a vast 100sq kilometre jungle site. At its core the 9sq Km Angkor Thom, or Great City, is contained with high square walls with huge faces carved in the spectacular gateways. Many of the fabulous sights within it, are a world class attractions in their own right.

                                        Angkor Wat Temple at Sunrise reflected in its moat

                                                             Angkor Wat South Gate

But this is just the starting point. Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world is so big as to be hard to take in at once. The 200 metres wide moat and causeway with the 350 meters entrance portico is impressive enough, but the grandeur within its square mile of walls is truly stunning. Over 1 kilometer of spectacular carvings lie within its outer galleries and a vast labyrinth of passages, courtyards and the five lotus flower towers at its centre. 

                           Angkor Wat, Angkor Wat Great City seen from the air (Balloon)