Siem Reap is where you will find Angkor Archaeological Park, which is filled with ruins and temples of the Khmer period. Encounter the majestic Angkor Wat plus over 50 Buddhist and Hindu temples and incredible stone structures lying in the heart of a pristine jungle wilderness.
Angkor Wat
This magnificent temple is a must when in Siem Reap and the highlight of the archaeological park. Be blown away by the splendour of this incredible site and its stone architecture.
Bayon Temple
Built during 12-13 CE, Bayon Temple is the last temple to be constructed in the park. It is known for its iconic smiling rock-surfaced faces, supposedly of the great Buddhist King Jayavarman VII.
Preah Khan
Sometimes called the ”temple of the sacred sword”, this Buddhist temple was built by King Jayavarman VII. A fascinating aspect of Preah Khan Temple is its ancient trees with massive roots digging deep into the laterite and sandstone walls. A boutique hotel in Siem Reap the likes of Anantara Angkor Resort is among the top choices available for accommodation around here.
Angkor National Museum
The museum holds over 1,000 relics and is split into 8 galleries. Collections range from the pre-Angkorian eras of the great Khmer kings, Funan and Chenla, old Khmer and Sanskrit descriptions, and the customary outfits of the monarchs, queens, warriors, and Apsara performers.
