Angkor Complex
Hong arrived as early as 0515H to pick us up for the sunrise
at Angkor Wat. We had a packed breakfast by the hotel but it was a bit of a
disappointment. We opted for a day pass into Angkor where it was only USD20/pax.
However, for those who have extra time, a three days pass is only USD40/pax. At
the counter, your picture will be taken to be printed on your pass. For those fashionistas make sure you put some touch up after waking up if you want to
enter Angkor with an awesome picture on your pass! Tips: I highly
recommend bringing a pass holder which you could hang it around your neck.
Trust me even to the toilet you need to flash your pass. If you fail to provide
your pass it will be 500 riel per entry!
As we entered the temple, there were already so many tourists reserving their sit in front of the lake opposite the temple. The main reason is because when the sun rises behind Angkor Wat, there will be a reflection in the lake and this apparently completes your sunrise experience at Angkor Wat. We found ourselves a nice spot and we waited for almost two hours to catch the sunrise. Tips: Unless you just want to enjoy
and embrace the sunrise view – not a photographer, Instagrammer or etc, reaching
Angkor Wat at 0700H will be just in time to catch Mr Sunshine.
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| Say cheese! |
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| My one day pass |
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| The disappointing breakfast |
We spend our whole day exploring the Angkor Complex where we
started off from:
- Angkor Wat – sunrise and A
MUST!
- Angkor Thom – BAYON
- Baphuon – really high
steps
- Ta Phrom – Tom Raider shooting location
- Ta Nei – a very quiet temple
- Phnom Bakheng – hill
climbing to enjoy the sunset
*Temples highlighted in bold is a must.
Tips: There are many locals around selling you books,
postcards, fridge magnets and other souvenir items. If you do not want to
purchase anything DO NOT ASK, I repeat DO NOT ASK or you will risk yourself
being scolded and cursed by them. Make sure you wear a cap as it is really HOT
and you might get sick and drink lots of water. However, for those having a small
bladder, WC is quite a distance! So, brace yourself! Comfortable walking shoes (preferably dark colours) will be great and HEELS are a big NO-NO!
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| Tourist securing their seats for the best sunrise view |
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| Angkor Wat |
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| Sunrise!! |
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| The view from Angkor Wat |
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| One of the temple in Angkor Wat |
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| Pictures above are around the Angkor Complex. One has to visit the place to really appreciate the history! |
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| Sunset |
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| The view from Phnom Bakheng at dawn |
After the breathtaking sunset, we headed back to the hotel.
For dinner, we dined in Cambodian Muslim Restaurant at Steng Thmey Village
where most of their dishes are really cheap, cheaper than the one in Day 1.
Total
remork charge USD21 (sunrise USD3, Angkor complex USD18, sunset USD3).
Address:
Cambodian
Muslim Restaurant
#068 Steng
Thmey Village, Svay Dangkum Commune, Siem Reap City, Cambodia
Tel:
(855)12682361 & (855)15526188
Email:
hjnaseat.ismael@gmail.com
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| Our traditional halal Cambodian dinner at Cambodian Muslim Restaurant |
We spend our entire night doing some light shopping and of course getting a Cambodian foot massage for USD3/pax.
Tips: Try the fruit juice along the way! Super yummy especially the avocado one! USD1 per drink!
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| Cambodian food massage |
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| Refreshing and cheap fruit juices! |
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