Angko Wat is the largest and also
the best-preserved Hindu temple in the world, which is located in
At first glance, it is a
luxurious blend of tower and sky, a magnificent spellbinding shrine to Vishnu
with its enchanting image replicated in the reflective lake below, which is
worth feast your eyes on. It is surrounded by a wide moat and enclosed by a
laterite wall. There are five surpassing towers representing the heavenly peaks
of Mount Meru , the tallest of which was the home
of Vishnu. The third gallery is famous for its superb bas-relief of scenes
extracted from the Hindu epics. Among them in the eastern section is the
Churning of the Ocean
of Milk theme. Carved to
dramatic glory, it shows the demons and the gods, churning the ocean to produce
an elixir of immortality. Those stunning architectures make Angkor Wat one of
the most inspired and spectacular monuments ever conceived by the human mind.
The first impression of tourists
visiting Angko Wat will be surprising of the scene of a crowd gathering at the
main temple to watch the sun rise over the ancient temples of Angkor in the early
morning. Many tourists come here before heading back to town for breakfast.
From 7 a.m, you can explore the vast corridors when Angkor Wat is cool and
quiet, and you can spend a few hours to enjoy for this uniquely awe-inspiring sight.
The pond to the left of the causeway reflects the increasing sunlight behind
the towers. You can also watch the dramatic wrestling match with nature, as the
clouds are quickly turned from red, purple, and orange to chrome yellow, and
then finally embrace the sun with a soft milky layer. This is definitely
something you should witness because of its glorious perfection.
You can get there and around by
hooking up with a motor driver, as they are native people who can be friendly
guides. Otherwise, if you would like to do it on your own, you can opt for
bicycles, which are easily rented from local guesthouses, hotels or shops.
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Indochina Travel can support you with our best travel services. Please feel
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sunrise over Angkor Wat From Threeland Travel Indochina's Blog - May 2012 |
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