A guide to mastering the small, big, and outer circles of Angkor Wat in 3 days

🎞️ Angkor Wat was originally the capital of the Khmer Empire. At its peak, the population reached hundreds of thousands. After the decline of the Angkor dynasty in the 15th century, the ruins were gradually engulfed by the vast jungle, unnoticed until they were discovered by a French naturalist in 1861, and then widely publicized to Europe and the world, regaining its glory. 📍 Angkor Temple (Vrah Vishnulok): The pattern on the Cambodian national flag is that of Angkor Temple; it means 'Temple of Vishnu' and is also known as the Small Angkor; Highlights: Perfectly symmetrical architecture + watching the sunrise; 📍 Beng Mealea: The temple is severely collapsed, shrouded by trees, with no path to walk; its unique charm comes from its primitive and dilapidated atmosphere; 📍 Banteay Srei: Meaning 'Citadel of Women', it is world-renowned for its vivid colors and exquisite bas-reliefs; 📍 Bayon Temple: Located at the center of Angkor Thom, the famous 'Smile of Khmer' is found at the top of Bayon Temple, with 54 towers, each tower has four faces, each with different expressions, totaling 216 different Khmer smiles; 📍 Ta Prohm Temple: Huge tree roots, the entire temple is surrounded by dense trees, entwined for a thousand years, like a scene of fierce battle between deities and nature, also a filming location for 'In the Mood for Love' and 'Tomb Raider'; day1️⃣ Small Circle: South Gate of Angkor Thom + Bayon Temple + Baphuon Temple + Victory Gate + Ta Prohm Temple + Small Angkor Temple + Bakheng Mountain day2️⃣ Big Circle: Small Angkor + Preah Khan Temple + Neak Pean + East Mebon + Pre Rup + Ta Som day3️⃣ Outer Circle: Banteay Srei + Beng Mealea + Bakong Temple + Tonle Sap Lake Hotel recommendations: Recommended near Pub Street Old Market