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Angkor Wat is an ancient city in Cambodia that was the center of the Khmer empire that once ruled most of
Southeast Asia. This civilization went extinct, but not before building amazing temples and buildings that were
reclaimed by the jungle for hundreds of years. Angkor Wat travel is breathtaking to see. The most popular temples
are Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Phrom, and Angkor Thom. I would recommend getting a multi-day pass so you can visit
some of the outer temples where there are less visitors. The closest major city and launching pad for tours here is
Siem Reap.

Typical Costs in Angkor Wat

Note: Cambodia uses USD. Theres no real need to carry the local currency, Cambodian Riels (KHR), unless you
paying for really small things on the street, but for the most part, use USD.

Hostel prices in Cambodia

Dorm rooms in Siem Reap start around $2 USD per night for a basic room with a fan and cold shower room. For a
private bathroom with hot water, expect to pay closer to $15 USD per night. Free WiFi is generally standard, and a
few hostels also include free breakfast. The Siem Reap Hostel even has a pool!

Budget hotel prices in Cambodia

A room in a guesthouse with air-con, hot water, and TV will cost around $12.50 USD per night for a twin, $15 USD
for a double. For a hotel/guesthouse with a pool, expect to pay closer to $20 USD. Airbnb is available in the city,
though the prices arent cheap. Expect to pay $15 USD per night for shared accommodation and at least $25 USD
per night for an entire home/apartment.

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Average cost of food in Cambodia

There are tons of food options within the temple complex (though prices are higher than in the city). You can easily
find restaurant meals in the $5-7 USD price range. And, around the temples, you will find little stands with cheap
meals for about $2-3 USD. There are also lots of vendors selling fresh fruit and juices for as little as $1.50 USD.

Transportation costs in Cambodia

Tuks-tuks and hired drivers can be found all over the place and your hostel or hotel should be able to help you find
one if you cant (though they really are everywhere). Drivers cost $25 USD per day. Bicycles are another way to
explore the complex, with prices around $2 USD per day.

Suggested daily budget in Cambodia

$30-50 USD (Note: This is a suggested budget assuming youre staying in a hostel, eating and cooking, and using
local transportation. Using the budget tips below, you can always lower this number. If you stay in fancier
accommodation or eat out more, expect this to be higher!)

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Money Saving Tips in Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat permit

Everyone needs a permit to enter the Angkor temples unless you are Cambodian or related to a Cambodian. A 1-day
pass is $37 USD, 3-day is $62 USD, and 7-day is $72 USD.

Rent a tuk-tuk to Angkor Wat

Its best to rent a tuk-tuk for an entire day to get around. They know how to get you in and out of each temple and
know the best routes for the complex. It will let you see more places in a day and is very affordable, generally
around $25 USD for the day. If you split this between a group of 3-4 it becomes quite affordable. Getting a driver
in Siem Reap is cheaper than renting one inside the park. With this choice, you can not apply this Transportation
Tips in this article TIPS TO TRAVEL SAFELY: How to Choose a Safe Seat in 7 Means of Transport , so sorry for that.

See the Angkor Wat sunset the night before

If you buy your ticket after 5pm you can legally enter the park without using up your allotted days. This means you
can technically enter the park and explore before it closes, and still have your 1-, 3-, or 7-days remaining. The best
way to spend this extra time is to watch the sunset, saving the temples for the following day(s).

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Top Things To See And Do in Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat

This temple was built by Suryavarman and is considered the biggest Asian pyramid. It is over 200 feet high and
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divided into several layers. The central part has four towers in the shape of a lotus flower. This temple is the largest
in the whole complex and is where the historic site gets its name. The central temple complex has 2,600 feet of bas-
reliefs, including famous battles and Buddhist scenes like the Battle of Kurukshetra, the Army of Suryavarman II,
Heaven and Hell, Churning of the Ocean of Milk, Elephant Gate, Vishnu Conquers the Demons, Khrisna and the
demon King, Battle of the Gods and the Demons, and the Battle of Lanka.

The Bayon

Built by Jayavarman VII, the temple stands in the center of Angkor Thom. With its 54 towers and 216 faces of
Avalokiteshvara, this temple looks best in the morning just after sunrise or at the end of the afternoon when the sun
shines on the faces. The temple was built on 3 levels: the first 2 are rectangular, while the 3rd is circular. This was
my favoriteI really got a kick out of exploring all the little halls, rooms, and photographing the many faces.

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Still covered by the jungle, this place is exactly as they found it. Ta Prohm makes it easy to imagine how the whole
complex looked when it was re-discovered in the 19th-century. If you come early, you can avoid the crowds who
arrive mid-day. Its the second best complex behind Bayon in my opinion. (This temple was also made famous by
the Tomb Raider movie.)

Elephant Terrace

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A 1000 foot terrace of elephants. It was used as a giant viewing stand during public ceremonies, royal ceremonies,
and so on. Many lions decorate this enormous path as well. Now its surrounded by camera-wielding tourists, and I
found it to be one of the busiest sites here. I suggest visiting late or early to avoid the crowds, which get
overwhelming.

Banteay Srei

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This temple is located about 12 miles north of Angkor. The name means Citadel of the Women and refers to the
size and delicacy of the decoration in the complex. Unlike the major sites at Angkor, this was not a royal temple.
There are exquisite decorative carvings in pink sandstone and the miniature proportions are a major highlight of
Banteay Srei.

Terrace of the Leper King

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This seven-layer terrace was built in the 13th century and was named after the god of the underworld, whose naked
statue perches on top. Keep an eye out for the secret passageway that runs from the southwest to northwest side of
the structure.

East Mebon

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huge baray surrounded this temple complex during its prime. Because it was encircled by water, there was no need
for enclosures or moats that became customary for temples in Angkor. East Mebon has five towers make sure to
climb the central platform to the towers and check out the intricate stonework.

Preah Khan

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Preah Khan is one of the largest sites in the Angkor temple complex. Not only was this site an important temple, but
also appears to have been a large Buddhist university with over one thousand teachers at one time. It has remained
largely unrestored, as evidenced by the many trees growing around the ruins and mossy stones left laying
everywhere. The site was a previous palace of Yasovarman II and Tribhuvanadityavarman, and historians believe a
famous battle was fought on this site.

Pre Rup

About 2,000 feet south of the East Baray lies Pre Rup, built by Rajendravarman as his capital after re-establishing
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Angkor once he took over as king. Pre Rup was at the center of a city that has long since vanished. You can climb
the steep steps up to the three tiers of the pyramid.

Preah Ko (Sacred Bull)

This was the first temple to be built in the ancient city of Hariharalaya. It lies about 10 miles southeast of the main
temples at Angkor. Today, there are six small brick towers that sit atop a sandstone base.

Srah Srang

Commonly known as The Royal Baths, this spot was once a major bathing spot for every living thing, elephants
aside, in the area. Today it is the most popular place for local children to swim.

Ta Som

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This temple has the same style, structure, and founder as Ta Phrom. It is almost like its little brother. The major
feature that sets it apart is a huge tree that grows atop the eastern Gopura. It is slowly destroying the building, but it
makes for amazing photo opportunities. Its the temple normally featured in movies and photos.

Baksei Chamkrong

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On the road between Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, Harshavarman I (910-923 CE) built a single tower. Its one of
his few ruins, and he built to honor his father who was responsible for the construction of Phnom Bakheng.

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