Angkor Wat, Temple complex in Siem Reap Province, Cambodia.
Angkor Wat spreads across 162 hectares with a central tower reaching 65 meters high, surrounded by galleries, courtyards, and a wide moat.
King Suryavarman II initiated the construction of Angkor Wat in the early 12th century as a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu before its transformation into Buddhism.
The walls of Angkor Wat contain extensive bas-reliefs depicting scenes from Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, along with historical events of the Khmer Empire.
The temple complex opens daily from 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with the eastern entrance providing direct access to watch the sun rise behind the five central towers.
The architectural design represents Mount Meru with concentric galleries and towers, making it the largest religious monument ever constructed in the world.
Location: Siem Reap Province
Inception: 12 century
Founders: Jayavaraman II, Khmer people
Creator: Jayavaraman II, Khmer Empire
Architectural style: Thai architecture, Dravidian architecture
Elevation above the sea: 65 m
Part of: Angkor
Opening Hours: 5:00-17:30
GPS coordinates: 13.41250,103.86667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:42
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