Good to know
- Tickets
- Passes required for the Angkor park; check current rates locally.
- Time needed
- Several hours for the main temple and surrounding areas.
- Best time
- Early morning for fewer crowds and cooler temperatures.
- Getting there
- 6 km north of Siem Reap by road; reached by taxi or tuk-tuk.
Itineraries with Angkor Wat
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Day 1 of Siem Reap: One Week
Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm
How Angkor Wat fits into a day.- 5:00Angkor WatAngkor
- 11:00Ta ProhmAngkor
- 19:00Pub StreetSiem Reap
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Angkor Wat questions
When was Angkor Wat built?
Construction began in the early 12th century under King Suryavarman II.
What religion is Angkor Wat?
It was originally a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu and later became a Buddhist site.
Can you visit Angkor Wat without a guide?
Yes, self-guided visits are common though guides are available for hire.
