Save the best for last as we spent the last day of our 3 day travel around the temples -visiting Angkor Wat. Took us almost 3 hours to walk around the 3 kilometers temple which is known to be the largest Hindu temple in the world, built by King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century. Hundred years have passed, but the beauty of this place never faded.
This is the view from the outside across the lake. We were so lucky to take a good photo today because of the sunset, since its in the peak of wet season when we travelled (July- September), heavy rain tends to fall usually in the afternoon.
Despite the fact that we have been to lots of temples for the past few days and feeling like I have had enough of temples, this is more than enough reason for me to take one more step, and another. Feeling more enthusiatic than the first day.
This is the view from the outside across the lake. We were so lucky to take a good photo today because of the sunset, since its in the peak of wet season when we travelled (July- September), heavy rain tends to fall usually in the afternoon.
Despite the fact that we have been to lots of temples for the past few days and feeling like I have had enough of temples, this is more than enough reason for me to take one more step, and another. Feeling more enthusiatic than the first day.
The City of Temples.
We preferred to go earlier because of the huge number of tourist coming everyday. If you want lesser people around, before sunrise is the best time. During sunset when you can see the reflection of light which makes it more beautiful is the best time to take photo.
Before you were able to get here, we needed to walk across the lake for almost half kilometers from the main road. And meet up some persistent guides who bargain the price for one day tour, but the answer is still NO.
Before you were able to get here, we needed to walk across the lake for almost half kilometers from the main road. And meet up some persistent guides who bargain the price for one day tour, but the answer is still NO.
A view from inside of the central structure. The third exit we had inside the heart of the temple, believe me, you will get confused where you are, because every entrance and exit looks the same. Gladly, when you travel with an "expert" traveller, you'll never get astray.
Devatas or apsaras were used as one of the decorative elements where you can see almost everywhere on the wall. And so, they have Apsara dance, as their traditional Khmer/ Cambodian dance.
The characteristics of Angkor Wat style is seen from different stone carvings found almost every wall, represent different stories and we rest upon history for that matter. If you want to understand better, I would suggest you to hire a tour guide when you visit Angkor Wat but if not, just stand near other's tour guide and widen your ears and get some ideas...Lol
I am born stubborn and follow no rule. Despite the obvious line that says "do not cross", I still did and touch the carvings on the wall. Gladly, no one saw me. Only the Englishman behind me that is always fuzzy on me. Indeed it is a must to follow a rule in every place. Otherwise it shows a disrespect and is so offensive. But anyway, the carvings were so smooth to touch and did the job so perfectly. It's so amazing how they did it, extraordinary!
I paused for a moment. Pinched my skin, and slowly opened my eyes, and realized, yes! This is really happening. I felt like I was in 12th century, or places I've just seen in the movies. This is for real. wow! Its amazing everywhere you see, is amazing.
One of my favorite views. This is the exit side, the outer part and fewer tourist come on this side of the temple. This is where we took 2 of our crazy poses. Aside from the historical view, this is more than that for me. Unforgettable...
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