If you have been looking for a grand tourist destination in southeast Asia that is not only famous for its natural beauty but also has some historical values then you can visit the Angkor temple complex in Cambodia. The Angkor temple complex is the greatest tourist attraction in southeast Asia and is one of the most well known tourist attraction of the world. Every year millions of tourist who visit Cambodia come to this amazing temple complex. This ancient temple complex stands and the last remains of one of the greatest civilizations of Southeast Asia. Whether you are a history enthusiast or love to visit ancient architectures you are sure to have a great time in this temple complex.
The temple complex is built between 9th and 13th century. At that time this temple complex was the heart of the Khmer dynasty. The kings of that time used to built temples to show their divinity and power. The temple complex covers an area of 232 square miles or nearly 600 sq kms. In this complex more than 100 temples have been discovered so far. Most of the temples has grand architectural pattern and bears the signature of the golden glory of the olden times.
The best-known site of the Angkor temple complex is Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a spectacular Hindu temple surrounded by a moat. It is the biggest monument ever built to Hindu religion. The wat or temple covers an area of 81 hectares or 200 acres. The magnificence and massive dimension of the complex make it one of the wonders of the world. The walls of the outer gallery of the temple are a sculptural treasury. There is a one mile long intricately carved bas-reliefs. You are sure to have a wonderful time visiting this architectural splendor of ancient times.
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