Surrounded by lush jungle and situated within a former bastion of Khmer Rouge rebels, the temples of Angkor inspire and thrill millions of visitors each year with breathtaking architecture and mystical symbolism.
The formerly Hindu, now Buddhist temples were built between the 9th and 15th centuries by the Khmer empire and spread throughout a 250-square mile area in northern Cambodia.
Most of the visitors congregate around the main sites – not to be missed – such as Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. For the adventurous traveler, allow a few extra days to explore far off sites and witness the jungle’s spindly, green fingers slowly devour Angkor’s ancient temples.