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Angkor Thom

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Ranked #5 of 90 attractions in Siem Reap
Type: Ancient Ruins, Amusement/ Theme Parks
Description: This magnificent inner royal city was built by the end of the 12th century and is renowned for its temple grounds and towering southern gate.
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Oslo, Norway
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

best to go to the temples in the morning as not so many tourists , we used a tuk-tuk to tour , a great way to see everything . The other temples were great as well .

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Mexico City, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

I've seen a lot of temples in Mexico and Central America, but never nothing like Angkor Thom. The temple has been taken by the nature with the trees inside the temples, making it a really special place to visit. The mix between rocks, sculptures and man set bricks is incredible and ancient time mysterious. Tip: Visit the temples early morning... More

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Hastings, Nebraska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Be careful to 'dress appropriately'. Given the heat and humidity there is a tendency to underdress but there are portions of the complex where 'modesty' is enforced. Don't miss them because you can adjust your layers.

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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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104 helpful votes 104 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Angkor Thom is a little younger than Angkor Wat and demonstrates the transition to a Buddhist phase. The site is quite complex and can get a bit crowded, but is well worth a visit.

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Bellevue, Washington, United States
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56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

all of temples have their own character and interest, but this may be the best one--don't skip any, they are all amazing-

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New York City, New York
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82 helpful votes 82 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

This is one of the most incredible ruins in all the world. I've spent years seeing all of the Maya ruins and they don't come close to this and Ankor Wat. I can't believe it took me this long to come to Ankor. Truly exceptional!

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Basingstoke, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Angkor Thom was my favourite in the whole complex - the smiling faces on all the aspects and the sheer size of it. We went to the museum as well (pricey!) to get a proper background about it, and that really helped to put the epic nature of the build in perspective

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Within the Angkor Wat complex and the trees taking over the temple as in the Angelina Jolie movie - took guide for the day with aircon car US$85

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india
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Angor Thom is a massive complex that houses many temples, mostly in ruins. It is a very impressive sprawling complex, that is evident from the massive south gate itself. Apart from the multitudes of ruinous complexes, the trees and lush greenery make this a very surreal place. The restaurants and touristy shops are hidden away in a enclave. The food... More

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Southern Gate which is the most beautiful gate since before the gate we were greeted by statues of the Gods (devas) and the asura (foe of the devas) who were holding a naga portraying the "churning of the sea of milk" myth. Some of the heads are not the original ones anymore, so they replaced them to make us able... More

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