ANGKOR WAT DAY TOUR | CAMBODIA

Angkor Wat is truly a marvel and very interesting to say the least. Below we've listed 10 facts about this must vist temple.
1.Largest Religious Monument: Angkor Wat is the world's largest religious monument, covering an area of over 162 hectares (approximately 400 acres).

2. Originally Hindu, Now Buddhist: Initially constructed as a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu, it gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple by the end of the 12th century.

3. Architectural Marvel of the Khmer Empire: Built in the early 12th century by King Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat is considered the pinnacle of Khmer architecture.

4. Unique Westward Orientation: Unlike most Khmer temples, which face east, Angkor Wat is oriented to the west. Scholars believe this orientation was intended for its use as a funerary temple.

5. Symbolic Cosmic Structure: The temple complex symbolizes the Hindu cosmology, with the central tower representing Mount Meru, the center of the universe, and its surrounding moat the oceans.

6. Extensive Bas-Reliefs and Carvings: Angkor Wat is famous for its intricate bas-reliefs and carvings, depicting various Hindu myths, including the Churning of the Ocean of Milk.

7. A UNESCO World Heritage Site: In 1992, Angkor Wat was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as an outstanding cultural monument of significant importance to the common heritage of humanity.

8. Featured on Cambodia's National Flag: Angkor Wat is so emblematic of Cambodian heritage that it appears on the country's national flag, making Cambodia the only nation to feature a building on its flag.

9. Mystery of Construction: The stones used in the construction of Angkor Wat were transported from a quarry more than 50 kilometers away, leading to various theories about the methods used for their transportation.

10. A Popular Tourist Destination: Angkor Wat attracts millions of visitors each year, making it a pivotal source of tourism revenue for Cambodia and a symbol of the country's cultural pride.

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