Top 10 Best Things to Do in Siem Reap

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Soghepardo

Overpriced and a bit overrated, the complex is a huge city so it’s impossible to visit if you don’t rent a scooter , of course by spending more money 8$ plus 37$ for the Angkor wat complex

EVGENII211291

Немноголюдно, очень удобно организовано, аудитория на русском языке. Каждый экспонат на своём месте. Рекомендую.

Dr BP

Angkor Thom is the name of the temple complex to the north of Angkor Wat. It includes, most famously Bayon, but also other dozens of other smaller gates and temples. You could spend days exploring around in here.

KarolineH

Must see, so much fun to watch. Really cool experience. Highly recommended. Not been to anything like this for many years. Great for all ages. At the end you get the opportunity to meet and chat with the performers, great experience.

Tana_Tevy

Ta Prohm Temple at dawn is a magical experience, offering a serene and almost mystical atmosphere. As the sun begins to rise, the soft light filters through the thick jungle that surrounds the temple, casting long shadows and illuminating the massive roots of ancient trees that have entwined themselves around the stone structures. The interplay of light and shadow creates an ethereal scene, with the temple appearing as if it’s emerging from the jungle itself.The quietness of the early morning adds to the sense of wonder, with only the sounds of birds and the rustling of leaves breaking the silence. The temple, famous for its intertwined trees and ruins, takes on a different character at dawn—more peaceful and introspective compared to the busy hours later in the day.This is a time when the temple feels most like a living part of the forest, with nature and human creation blending seamlessly. Walking through the temple at this hour, you can almost imagine what it must have been like when it was first rediscovered, hidden away and forgotten by the world.If you’re planning to visit Ta Prohm at dawn, it’s best to arrive early to experience this tranquil moment before the crowds arrive, allowing you to truly appreciate the beauty and history of this remarkable site.

长脸张少侠

Cambodia🇰🇭Siem Reap [Pub Street] Pub Street PubStreet is near the old market in Siem Reap. There are many snacks along the way. They are good value for money. There are some travel agencies near PubStreet, where you can buy bus tickets to Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Thailand, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. There are many bars, restaurants, massage shops and some small commodity markets on both sides of PubStreet. You can buy some souvenirs here.

无为的无心草

Bayan Temple is the national temple of the Angkor Dynasty in Cambodia. It is located at the center of the Angkor Tong Wangcheng. It was built by King Jehovah VII (Jayavarman VII) from the end of the 12th to early 13th centuries. It has many important historical significance: religious level ● reflects religious integration and transformation: The Bayan Temple witnessed the transformation of the Angkor dynasty's religious beliefs. Before that, the Angkor region was mainly Hindu, and the Bayan Temple was an important symbol of this religious transformation, with the strong promotion of Buddhism by Yamamoto VII. The temple has Buddhist elements, such as many Buddha statues and Buddhist story reliefs, and some Hindu traditions are integrated, which reflects the transition and tolerance of the religion of the society at that time, and also reflects the desire of the rulers to unite the people and consolidate their rule through religious integration. ● Promote Buddhist culture: Bayan Temple, as a Buddhist temple, was an important place for the spread and practice of Buddhism at that time. It promoted the development and prosperity of Buddhism in Angkor, attracting many monks and believers to practice and worship. The Buddha statue sculpture, mural and other art forms in the temple are not only the expression of religious belief, but also become the carrier of spreading Buddhist teachings and culture, which has a certain impact on the development of Buddhism in the surrounding area. Political level ● Signify the reign of king: Bayan Temple is a temple built for himself by King Jehovah VII and a symbol of his ruling power. The temple's large-scale, exquisite architecture and complex design showcase the king's wealth, power and ambition. The four-faced Buddha in the temple is considered a symbol of the king's face, a design that combines the king with the god Buddha, which aims to emphasize the divine status and legitimacy of the king's rule, and convey to the people that the king is the representative of God on earth, thereby strengthening the king's rule. ● Promoting national unity: At the height of the Angkor dynasty, Bayan Temple, as an important religious and political center of the country, played a role in rallying national strength and promoting national unity. People from different regions gathered to Bayan Temple for religious activities, strengthened exchanges and contacts between each other, helped to break the geographical gap, enhance the sense of identity and cohesion of the country, and was of great significance for maintaining the unity and stability of the country. Art level ● Show the peak of Khmer art: Bayan Temple has become an outstanding representative of Khmer art with its unique architectural style and exquisite carving skills. The relief murals in the temple are rich and varied, including war scenes, court life, folk stories, etc., vividly depicting all aspects of society at that time, providing precious visual materials for future generations to understand the history and culture of the Angkor Dynasty. Its architectural structure and decorative details reflect the outstanding wisdom and creativity of Khmer craftsmen, which has had a profound impact on the subsequent development of Cambodian architecture and art. ● Promote cultural exchange and dissemination: Bayan Temple, as an important symbol of Angkor culture, attracts artists, scholars and tourists from different regions. They appreciate and learn Khmer art here, promoting exchanges and dissemination among different cultures. The artistic style and creative techniques of Bayan Temple may also spread to the surrounding area, which has a certain promotion effect on the development of art in Southeast Asia.

Pechsreyrath

The show was amazing. I thought the food not much but it was alot that I couldn’t finish it.

Dr BP

Every day that I spend in Angkor, I discover a new favorite temple. Right now it is Preah Khan. A couple of km from Bayon, it is a massive place filled with intricate carvings, and the remnants of restored buildings. Easily worth half a day here.