Located within a 15-minute driving distance via Street 30 from Anantara Angkor Resort, Angkor Wat is hailed as the largest religious structure in the world in terms of its land area. Angkor Wat boasts a land area that can accommodate the flight decks of over one hundred aircraft carriers – all at once! It is a spectacular tribute to the golden age of Cambodia.
Let the Sunrise Take Your Breath Away!
The best start to your day while holidaying at a luxury hotel in Siem Reap would be to witness the sunrise at Angkor Wat Temple. Make sure that you visit the temple ahead of the sunrise to secure a good location to place your tripod.
A True Engineering Marvel
Angkor Wat dazzles even the present-day engineers by the fact that it’s built on water. The whole humongous complex is nestled on a swamp and is only supported by a foundation of subterranean water.
Construction of Angkor Wat
The construction of this temple is as equally unbelievable as the sheer size of which it boasts. Angkor Wat was built using sandstones weighing between 2 to 12 tons. It is still a secret as to how they managed to transport these heavy materials; however, evidence suggests that floating bridges and rafts were used.
