Tag: Tombs and Temple in Cambodia

Angkor Wat and Siem Reap Guides

The ruins of the ancient city of Angkor, capital of the Khmer kingdom from a. d. 802 until 1295, are one of the world’s marvels. The “City of Kings,” Angkor boasts some of the largest religious monuments ever constructed; it’s…

Angkor Survival Guides in Cambodia

Angkor Travel Information Most visitors to Angkor arrive by air as the large number of international and domestic carriers servicing the country make flying a comfortable and viable option. Local as well as long-distance buses from Vietnam and Thailand provide…

Angkor Wat, The Single Largest Religious Monuments in the World

The single largest religious monuments in the world, Angkor Wat literally mean “the City which is a Temple”. Built during the 12th century by King Suryavarman II (r.1113-50), this spectacular complex was originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, the…

Exploring Angkor Thom in Cambodia

The fortified city of Angkor Thom is spread over an area of nearly 10 sq km (4 sq miles). sq At its peak, it had a population of around one million. Of the five gateways into the city, the most…

Angkor, The Ancient Capital of The Great Khmer Empire

The ancient capital of the great Khmer Empire, Angkor is beyond doubt, one of the most magnificent wonders of the world and a site of immense archaeological significance. Located in dense jungle on the hot and torpid plains of western…