Rich in history and culture, Angkor Wat in Cambodia is a great tourist attraction that attracts over 2 million travellers per year. There are multiple reasons why this archaeological park is special and here are some of them.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Angkor Wat has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO back in 1992. According to UNESCO, this is a treasure to be safeguarded considering its archaeological importance.
The scenery
What travellers from all around the world love to enjoy in Angkor Wat is its scenery of the sunrise. It’s surely a spectacular one! Choose to stay at a boutique hotel in Siem Reap located closer to this place, such as Anantara Angkor Resort so that you can visit the attraction before sunrise.
The history
The historical stories behind the formation of Angkor Wat go back to the 9th century. That was the time of the Khmer Empire, and you can explore how the monuments, reservoirs, and other urban plans testify to the glory of this era.
The culture
Angkor Wat has a Hindu culture in it for sure, but you’ll love to see how Buddhist monks regularly engage in meditations and prayers at this location, blessing everyone that passes by.