Why travel to Angkor Wat?
Image Source:wikimediaAngkor Wat is a place with more than hundred temples, out of which Angkor is the most famous one. The temples of Angkor Wat were built in the 12th century in order to worship the Hindu God Vishnu. The other buildings and structures of that place have collapsed but Angkor Wat stands erect throughout the centuries. Not only should you travel to Angkor Wat because of seeing these historical buildings with your own eyes but you can also travel to Angkor Wat in order to understand the celestial patterns and sacred numbers according to which the temples were built. The numbers 72 and 108 are considered sacred by both Hindus and Buddhists. There are a total of 108 temples in Angkor Wat. The temples of Angkor Wat were built in a location which is 72 degrees east longitude of the Giza pyramids. All these facts add to the mysterious appeal of the place which attracts tourists from all over the world to travel to Angkor Wat.
Best time to travel to Angkor Wat
During the months of November to February maximum number of tourists travel to Angkor Wat. During this time the temperature of the place remains around 70 degrees to mid 80 degrees and the climate is warm and dry. From March to May the place becomes sweltering hot and you will not find many tourists during this time. From June to October is the rainy season but many tourists travel to Angkor Wat during this time.
Different attractions in Angkor Wat
The Angkor Wat archeological park spreads out over an area of 400 kilometers. It is a very popular tourist attraction. The pass to this park costs around $20 per day. The park is so big that it is difficult to explore the whole of it by walking. So there is the facility of taking different rides like tuk tuks, private cars and bikes. You can also enjoy yourself by taking fun rides on elephants and horses if you travel to Angkor Wat.
