Cambodia
The Khmer Empire built temples of Angkor Wat are Cambodia's international identity and a premier travel destination as a world wonder. Scattered throughout the interior these ruins invite the more adventurous to discover each of them. Because archeology restoration is ongoing, there is a freshly rebuilt temple inviting you always to return and discover something new.
Top Adventures in Cambodia
Watch Sunrise at Angkor Wat
You'll want to leave your hotel or hostel in Siem Reap by 5am at the latest. Don't bother pre-arranging transportation, there will be tuk tuk drivers roaming the streets looking for people headed to the temple. If you haven't bought your Angkor W...
Photograph Preah Khan Temple
Chances are the droves of tourist in Angkor will be trying to photograph sunrise at Angkor Wat. Use this to your advantage and shoot this temple first. It's best to be there no later than 7am. The light is gorgeous then and you'll be able to get e...
Explore Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom
Bayon Temple was built in the 12 century and about 100 years after Angkor Wat. Bayon is in the exact center of Angkor Thom. It is famous for over 200 stone Buddha faces that highlight the magnificence of Bayon. In Bayon's current state, it has 37 ...
Explore Koh Ker
Koh Ker was the Cambodian capital for a brief period from 928 - 944 AD. Similar to Angkor Thom, Koh Ker features many distinct temples and sites within its boundaries.Koh Ker is located about 120 kms from Siem Reap, but thanks to new road constru...
0.5 miles
Explore Ta Prohm Temple
This is probably my favorite of all the Angkor temples. Ta Prohm is also referred to as Temple of the Jungle. Much has been untouched by Archeologist other than to clear paths through the ruins. Ta Prohm was built in the late 12 century. It is a f...
Hike the Outer Wall Trail of Angkor Wat
I haven't seen this trail really called anything. The explorer in me likes to check out paths less taken. This is truly one of them. It could be that few people know it even exists. Most, probably have a limited time to visit all that Angkor Arche...
2 miles
Explore the "City of Women"
Bantaey Srei was built in 967 A.D. primarily of sandstone. Bantaey Srei is the name the locals call the site now. Translated this means "City of Women" or Citadel of Women. It is called this because of the intricate carvings throughout the complex...
Explore Bakong Temple
Bakong Temple, also known as Prasat Bakong, is part of the Roluos Group located southeast of Siem Reap. It is the largest complex of the Roluos Group. Bakong constructed in the 9th century as can be seen by the construction material and the outer...
Climb the Bakan of Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat was constructed in the 12th century during the golden years of the Khmer Empire. King Suryavarman II built the Hindu temple to the God Vishnu. The central tower and courtyard represent Mount Meru, home of the gods, which for centuries c...
0.2 miles
164 ft gain
Explore Preah Ko Temple
Preah Ko, also known as Prasat Preah Ko, is part of the Roluos Group. There is a walkway approaching the temple towers which I found to be impressive and interesting to photograph. There are six towers in all, three in front and three behind. Th...
Hike the Preah Khan Trail
Of course the main attraction at Preah Khan is the temples and sanctuary's. There is amazing detail and numerous rooms to explore. They are beautiful and so much to see. But looking at the complex from the "outside" so to speak, gives a different...
1 miles
Explore Baksei Cham Krong
Baksei Cham Krong means, The bird that shelters under its wings. The legend is that during an attack on Angkor, the king was sheltered by a large bird that spread it's wings and saved the king. Baksei Cham Krong is only one temple. It is construct...
