Glimpse Of Angkor, 2 days

On arrival at Siem Reap  Airport, you are greeted by our guide and taken to your hotel by private transfer. This tranquil town is a gateway to the ruins of Angkor Temple Complex, which is regarded as the largest religious structure in the world. The archeological site stretches over an forested area of some 400 square kilometers and contains the magnificent remains from the different capitals of the Khmer Empire between  802 AD and 1350 AD. They range from stunning architectural marvels to ordinary edifices full of rubble. We take a short drive to the archeological zone to explore the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat. The iconic monument  of the entire complex was built in the 12th century and reflects a perfect fusion of symbolism and symmetry, bringing the pride and strength to all Khmers. The distinctive five towers of this temple are now emblazoned on the Cambodian flag. We stroll around this massive monument, unraveling the mysteries of the bas-reliefs from Hindu mythology to the glories of the Khmer empire. The footsteps lead through the upper levels of the inner sanctuary to the sacred heart of Angkor Wat, a blend of spirituality and symmetry. We complete our day with a walk up the Pre Rup Temple to enjoy the spectacular sunset over these sandstone monuments.

The sunlight reflects a golden glow over the entire  Angkor complex. Today we head back into the archeological zone to witness the ongoing grandeur of the ancient architecture and culture. The ancient capital of Angkor Thom is an epic collection of striking structures encompassed in quadrangle area. The best preserved South Gate comes in view with a causeway fringed with 54 demons and 54 gods pulling a giant snake. This scene is focusing on a famous Hindu story in bygone time. We walk through two ranges of status on a cosmic scale to the gate tower with colossal human faces carved in stone. The walkway will bring us an interesting  look close up at the Royal Enclosure where remains some  mysterious ruins, including the Royal Palace, Phimeanakas Temple and  Royal Terraces. These structures built from perishable materials have long vanished. The climax of our visit is Bayon Temple  built in the centre of Angkor Thom. This enigmatic complex contains  54 towers, each topped off with the four faces of  Compassion Buddha.  Upon leaving Angkor Thom Area, we venture into the famous Ta Prohm Temple, which was once hidden by the jungle overgrowth for centuries. The temple was constructed with flat rectangular walls that surround the central sanctuary. There are enormous fig trees and creepers which embrace themselves from the stone foundation to the  corridors of this tower temple, giving it a distinctive feature. The holiday comes to an end  with a transfer to Siem Reap Airport  for your departure.