Must-See Temples of Angkor Wat

"The Khmer smile transcends millennia, the stones hold the secrets of the gods" Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia, is an epic world cultural heritage site. Siem Reap has hundreds of temples, big and small. These 8 are my must-sees👇 ——🔸🔸8 Must-See Temples🔸🔸—— ❶ Angkor Wat ✨The world's largest religious complex, with stunning reflections in the lotus pond at sunrise. ✔️The central tower's stairs are steep (hands and feet are required for a truly devout experience). 📸 Capture silhouettes from the West Gate / South Library's carved windows. ❷ Bayon 🌞216 "Khmer smile" Buddha faces on the walls, most striking when dappled with light and shadow. ✔️Find the "Mona Lisa smile" on the third level, southeast corner. 🚶‍♀️Recommended to take portraits before 9am to avoid tour groups. ❸ Ta Prohm 🌳Filming location for "Tomb Raider"! Giant tree roots engulf the stone walls. ✔️Wear a bright long dress! The contrast of ruins and greenery is divine. ⚠️Be careful of slippery roots, and bring mosquito repellent. ❹ Banteay Srei 💗Pink sandstone temple! Carvings finer than hair. ✔️The morning sun turns the walls a honey color. ❺ Beng Mealea 🗿A completely collapsed secret realm, requiring climbing over broken walls and ruins. ✔️Do not go into the woods outside the designated visiting areas! There may be landmines. 📖 Hiring a guide is recommended. ❻ Preah Khan 🪔Extra-long corridors + Greek-style stone columns, the light and shadow tunnels are amazing. ✔️There is a "strangler fig" at the east gate exit, perfect for silhouette shots. 🌇The light beam piercing the stone gate at 4pm is a must-see! ❼ Pre Rup 🌅Pyramid-shaped red brick building, transforms into the surface of Mars at sunset. ✔️Bring a wide-angle lens! 360° panoramic shots from the top platform. 🍹If you can't go to Phnom Bakheng for sunset, come here. ❽ Neak Pean 💧Ruins of an ancient hospital, with a magical water walkway. ✔️The reflecting pool can only be seen during the rainy season. 🦋Many villagers sell palm sugar juice along the way. ——📝【Tips】—— 🎫A 3-day pass ($62) is the most cost-effective. 👗Sleeveless tops, short skirts, and shorts are prohibited! 🚗For more comfort, it is recommended to hire a tuk-tuk or air-conditioned car.