Now, for a quick rant. Jeffrey Cleland decided we did not need transport from the airport to our hotel. He was pretty sure you could take the train. Well technically he was right …but
Ta Prohm Temple from the West Entrance Angkor Complex Siem Reap Cambodia
Ta Prohm Temple originally called Rajavihara was built in the 12 Century under the reign of the Khmer King, Jayavarman VII. Ta Prohm was built as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and is located inside the Royal City of Angkor Thom in the UNESCO World Heritage Angkor Archeological Park just outside of Siem Reap Cambodia.
Bayon Temple Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
Bayon Temple also known as Prasat Bayon is located inside the Royal City of Angkor Thom in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Angkor Archeological Park of Siem Reap Cambodia.
Bayon was built in the 12th Century and is most well known for the 173 massive stone faces still standing on the many towers. They are huge. It is believed there were as many as 216 originally. The entire structure is covered in reliefs, decoration and carvings. The temple itself is very large and full of hallways, stairs and courtyards.
Preah Khan Temple Angkor Complex Siem Reap Cambodia
Preah Khan Temple is located in the Unesco World Heritage site of Angkor Temple Complex at Siem Reap Cambodia. Preah Khan was originally known as Nagar Jayasri which means Royal Sword or Holy Sword. The temple was built in the 12th Century and the complex covers 138 acres.
The Giant Puppet Parade Siem Reap Cambodia
The Giant Puppet Project in Siem Reap Cambodia is an Annual Children’s Community Arts Project that started in 2007. It is the largest of it’s kind in the Kingdom of Cambodia. This is a Non Profit event run by Non Profits for the benefit of the Children of Cambodia and the City at large.
The Grand Baphuon Temple Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
The Grand Baphuon Temple Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
Baphuon Temple is a large Hindu temple with a grand 225 meter long elevated walkway built in the 11th century dedicated to the Lord Shiva. In the 15th Century it was converted into Buddhist temple with the addition of a reclining Buddha on the second level on the west side of the temple.
Phimeanakas Temple in the Angkor Thom at the Angkor Wat Complex
And now the Phimeanakas Temple in the Angkor Thom at the Angkor Wat Complex just outside Siem Reap Cambodia.
Phimeanakas Temple (translates to Celestial Palace)also know as Vimeanakas Temple is a Hindu temple built in the late 10th century in the Khleang style.
Angkor Wat from the East Entrance Siem Reap Cambodia
Angkor Wat from the East Entrance Siem Reap Cambodia
Angkor Wat was built in the early 12th century and is the largest religious monument in the world.
2 Rooms 1 Hotel King Rock Residence in Siem Reap Cambodia in January 2023
We stayed for 12 nights in 2 different rooms at the King Rock Residence in Siem Reap Cambodia in January 2023. There is a video for each of the Rooms as they were very different. We booked through booking.com as it was the best rate but here is their website to see if they have any specials running. Link for King Rock Residence
Amazing Carved Relief at Terrace of the Leper King Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
Terrace of the Leper King was built in the late 12th century and is a 80 foot long elevated platform for viewing parades and to hold audiences with the people. It is believed it is built to represent Mount Meru of Buddhist and Hindu belief.