Ankor Wat - How to Spend Two Days in the Temples, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Growing up, Tomb Raider was one of my favourite films. At ten years old, watching Lara Croft wander through jungle ruins taken over by trees and vines struck me deeply and cemented Cambodia as a must-visit place in my mind, even more than Thailand or Vietnam. Though the country is often overlooked, with visitors heading to its more popular neighbours instead, Cambodia has one major draw that brings millions of tourists every year: Angkor Wat. The largest religious structure in the world, Angkor Wat has so much cultural significance that it is featured on the Cambodian flag. Many people don’t realise that there is a lot more to this UNESCO World Heritage Site than just the main temple, with more than a thousand ruins in various states of preservation scattered over 400 acres. With such a large area to cover, it can be a bit overwhelming to figure out the best way to see the highlights in a short space of time. This Angkor Wat/Angkor Archaeological Park guide will help you plan out an amazing two days at one of South East Asia’s most beautiful locations, especially if you’re solo and on a budget!

Your experience visiting Angkor Wat will depend on how you choose to get around the massive park. You have a few options for transport here: ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).