Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Angkor Wat- Temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia



Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmor Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations, UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging program to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.


Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmor Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations, UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging program to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.


And it's also the largest living religious monument in the world is also the no:1 Travelers' Choice Landmark in the world. Angkor Wat is a true wonder, a magnificently mesmerizing ancient temple site built in the 12th century. A Hindu temple eventually converted to a Buddhist temple and surrounded by a massive 650 foot wide moat, Angkor Wat was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on the Cambodian flag.







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