Truly one of the wonders of the world ( don’t get hung up over whether it’s top 7 or not, that’s really irrelevant). Just appreciate the effort, craftsmanship, dedication, and the love ancient civilization put in to complete these great temples. These marvels are why we travel, you should too.
Visiting Angkor Wat was one of the most awe-inspiring experiences I’ve ever had. Walking through those ancient stone corridors felt like stepping back in time. The scale of the temple complex was massive, and the detail in the carvings blew me away. Every corner had a story—my guide pointed out scenes from mythology, battles, and daily life all etched into the walls.
I went early in the morning to catch the sunrise, and it was totally worth the 4 AM wake-up. Watching the sun rise behind the temple’s towers, with the reflection in the lotus pond—it was peaceful and almost spiritual. There was a calm energy in the air, even with other travelers around.
The heat and humidity were intense by mid-morning, but exploring places like Bayon and Ta Prohm (the one with trees growing through the ruins) kept me energized. It was wild to see nature and history tangled together like that.
What stood out the most was how preserved and respected the site felt. You could tell it wasn’t just a tourist attraction—it meant something to the people there. Angkor Wat wasn’t just a visit; it felt like an experience with real depth.
Incredible. You can feed monkeys at the Bajon Temple. I don’t recommend bananas as they tend to be spurned by too many tourists who give them. I was there with a local who recommended nuts, cucumber and cucumbers, especially the nuts are in demand 🙂 If you’re staying longer you should get a 3 day ticket or week ticket. Everything in one day is really tiring. If you go there at sunrise you’ll be really exhausted from the heat by midday. The monkeys are near the Bajon Temple, hope I spelled it correctly. It’s best not to take drinks with you to the monkeys – they are in great demand and will probably bite you if you don’t give them away and, above all, sugary ones are not good for them.
The temple is beautiful and majestic. It is important to consider that you have to walk a lot to explore it and that if you want to go to the highest towers, the stairs are very steep and difficult to go up and down. I would suggest visiting the season between the months of October to January, because from February to April the heat is very intense, with temperatures of 34-35 degrees with a sensation of 40 degrees due to the humidity. You can also find out about the new year celebration in Cambodia, because special emphasis is placed on the lighting of the temple. A guided visit is ideal to learn about the history. The entry ticket can only be purchased in person because they register the purchase with a photo of the person’s face.
Angkor Wat is a real gem – monumental, mysterious and absolutely magical! I was there at sunrise (I thought I would be one of the few early birds… and surprise – hundreds of other people also had this brilliant idea!). But it was worth it – the view of the temple in the first rays of sunlight is breathtaking! Fun fact? Angkor Wat is the largest religious building in the world, and more stone was used to build it than the pyramid of Cheops! And apparently it is so precisely placed that some people claim that it was built by aliens (or maybe just brilliant Khmers?). This is a once in a lifetime experience – an absolute must-see!
