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Angkor Wat tourist information

There are three types of fares: 1 day, 3 days and 7 days. 1 day is 20 USD/person, 3 days is 40 USD/person and 7 days is 60 USD/person. You can visit the main attractions in the historic forest. The buildings include Bayon, Baphuon, Terrace of Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, Phnom Bakheng, Ta Prohm, and Ta Prohm Temple. (TaProhm), PreahKhan, PreahNeakPean, TaSom, ROLUOSGROUP, BanteaySrei, KbalSpean, Chinese Zodiac Towers and other types of temples.

Opening hours are about 5:00-19:00 Bakheng Mountain

Bakheng Mountain is a small hill within the main ruins of Angkor, northwest of Angkor Wat. At 1.5 kilometers, it is 67 meters high and is the only commanding height nearby. You can ride an elephant up the mountain. There are ruins of an Angkor temple on the hill. It was the first national temple built by Yasovarman I after he began to make the area near Angkor Thom his capital. It also laid the foundation for the subsequent Angkor architecture. Although Phnom Bakheng on the top of the mountain has long been ruined, it was the first temple built by the Khmer Dynasty when it moved its capital to Angkor, and is known as the "First Angkor". To the west of the mountain is the open West Baray, and in the jungle to the southeast is Angkor Wat. From here you can see the Thai-Cambodian border to the north. There is a 650-meter-long and 436-meter-wide rectangular ditch outside the Bakken Temple. It may be the waterproofing project of the old capital building of Rollos and used in the new building. It symbolizes the Aral Sea surrounding Mount Meru in the center of the world in Indian mythology. Bakheng Temple is built on a flat mountain top. The Bakken Temple built on the top of Bakken Mountain reflects the Khmer people's worship of the mountain at that time. This building that symbolizes the entire universe is full of symbolic symbols in its design: 7-story platform: represents the seven heavens, and the top tower represents the center of the universe; 108 towers: In addition to the central tower, there are 108 towers on the lower six floors. Small pagodas, representing the 108 days of the four phases; 33 pagodas: Looking at the Bakken Temple from the central axis of each side, you can only see 33 pagodas, representing the 33 gods on Mount Sumeru.

The Angkor area of ??Cambodia has thousands of ancient civilization ruins, among which there is a seemingly fiery red temple called the "Women's Castle". Located in the "Women's Castle" in the west of Siem Ree Province, its original name is "Banderslay". Translated from Cambodian, it means "seeking happiness". The locals are accustomed to calling this place "The Queen's Palace" because it is The center of the temple is engraved with many "Apashara" statues of the goddess, so it is named after it. In fact, you can call her "Banderslay" or "Queen's Palace", because no matter how you call it, the brilliance of this temple is indescribable. The Queen's Palace was built in 967 AD. After that, she was buried in the jungle for hundreds of years. It was not until 1914 that a French soldier named Marique discovered her traces again. The entire temple is divided by three layers of walls. The outermost perimeter is the shrine, with two small temples on the left and right; the outside of the second floor in the center of the walkway is the moat; the innermost floor is the main T-shaped temple, and in front of it, there are two Buddhist scriptures. Pavilion. The second level of the city wall is where the charming spirit lies.

The Zodiac Tower The Zodiac Tower is at the front of the road leading to the Victory Gate of Angkor Thom, about 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) away from the ancient Angkor Palace. Accessible from the east side. The tower was built at the end of the twelfth century by order of King Yavarman VII. It belongs to Baiyun architectural style.

The reason why the Twelve Zodiac Tower is called the Twelve Zodiac Tower is because there are different animals carved on each tower, which are similar to the Chinese Zodiac.

The Zodiac Tower is a place where prisoners are imprisoned to make them repent. No wonder the tower is abstract and formless, and it is impossible to tell which one is a dragon and which one is a snake. Looking at the towers again, facing the ruins of the Supreme Court, it stands majestically. It can be imagined that the Khmer people also had the majesty of the rule of law. The best time to travel is from November to February of the following year and from June to October, which are the dry season and rainy season respectively, making Angkor Wat show two different looks. Try to avoid March to May. Travel between hot seasons. Travel tips: When traveling to Angkor Wat, try to avoid visiting at noon. It is best to bring some sun protection items, such as hats, parasols and sunscreen oil. To respect local customs and habits, do not wear revealing clothing when entering Angkor Temple, and try to wear long clothes and long trousers.

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1. Tickets: There are three types of tickets for Angkor: US$20 for one day, US$40 for three days, and US$60 for seven days. Tickets for the next day will be sold starting at 5 pm. After buying the ticket, you can go in and visit (the usual option is to go to Bakken Mountain to watch the sunset). However, tourists will not be allowed to go up the mountain at 5:30. Only one person can be released after going down the mountain. When people go up the mountain, there are many people queuing up. It is best to go there at 4:30 and line up to go up the mountain to watch the sunset.

Angkor tickets now no longer require you to bring photos with you. They are all made on-site by taking photos with a camera, and they have also been replaced by printed paper tickets. Please pay attention to the three-day or seven-day tickets. save.

Before the tickets are produced and sent to you, the conductor will read out the relevant rules in English. There will be management personnel checking tickets at any time in the scenic area. If you are found without a ticket, you will be fined US$80.

2. Safety: Many buildings in Angkor are very high, and the stairs are steep, narrow and slippery (there is a lot of sand). Pay attention to safety and don’t be pushy. A pair of well-fitting non-slip shoes is necessary. .

3. Heatstroke prevention: Angkor is very hot at noon. It is best to rest in a cool temple or go back to the hotel. If you want to gain time, you can visit some scenic spots in the jungle, such as Ta Prohm. Preah Khan, Ta Som, etc. Of course, bring enough water and food.

4. Anti-mosquito bites: There are many local mosquitoes and other tropical insects. You can buy anti-mosquito lotions in BOOTS pharmacies. Although the price is a bit expensive, it is really useful. I heard that some tourists contracted malaria after being bitten by mosquitoes. We bought it at the BOOTS duty-free shop on the 4th floor of Bangkok Airport when we were transiting in Bangkok. U CARE (similar to Watsons) and LUCKY SUPERMARKET in downtown Siem Reap sell such products.

5. Tour guide: If you charter a car, the driver is generally experienced and can also serve as a tour guide, telling you about the characteristics and history of each temple and temple, and also taking you to some unique shooting spots. If you hire a professional Chinese tour guide, the price is 20-25 US dollars per day, and the price can also be negotiated. However, the tour guide's itinerary and time are strictly arranged (07:30-12:00 in the morning, 14:30-18:30 in the afternoon).

6. Books: There are many travel guides introducing Angkor. Lonely Planet is very helpful in arranging itineraries. The Chinese book is "Cambodia Blooms in May" written by Carmen, but it was published a few years ago after all. , many situations have changed. You can buy very cheap pirated or second-hand Lonely Planet in the Angkor market, as well as many exquisite books, which cost about US$4-6 each.

7. You will encounter many children begging in Angkor. Before departure, you can prepare some stationery, snacks (such as candies) or bring unused disposable toiletries from star hotels to give to them.

8. When entering temples and other places, you are not allowed to wear slippers, shorts, short skirts, sleeveless tops, etc. Shoes should be light and suitable for walking. It is not suitable to wear newly purchased shoes or high heels.