Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia is one of the most awe-inspiring things I have ever seen – and for good reason. It is a wonder of the world after all.
Angkor Wat is the largest religious monument in the world with its complex of temples (Buddhist, but originally Hindu). It was created in the 12th century by hauling multi-ton sandstone boulders from a site at least 25 miles (40km) away. Exactly how still baffles archaeologists, although they believe it involved elephants and transport down the Siem Reap river.
I was absolutely blown away by it. Here’s some photo evidence of why:
Have you been to Angkor Wat before? Is it on your bucket list?
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@thevacationwanderer says
On my bucket list….. 🙂 Great photos! 🙂 What kind of camera do you have if I may ask? 🙂
@thevacationwanderer says
I tried to Stumble this but said could not add URL? 🙁
Ava Apollo says
Looks like it worked! Thank you much 🙂 I shot this with a Nikon D3000
Britany says
gorgeous shots, Ava!
Ava Apollo says
Thanks 🙂
Hogga says
Amazing shots! I guess it just goes to show you should never underestimate what people will build for faith!
Ava Apollo says
Thank you! And so true. I’m always amazed by ancient places of worship. Amazing architecture almost every time.
James Foster says
Great images. Apparently the temples used to be covered in gold leaf and very brightly painted similar to modern day Hindu temples. Read a great book about what Angkor was like back in the day:
http://www.amazon.com/God-King-Angkor-Tyranny-ebook/dp/B008E1P7KA
Victor Tribunsky says
Very unusual pictures of the Angkor’s temples. Goog work! I have been there and I know for sure!