Southern Angkor Pagoda — Attraction in Siem Reap

Angkor Wat is everything and everywhere in Cambodia from T-shirts to art in hotels to designs in pagodas to models in many government buildings. And deservedly so. It is the only architectural feature in the world displayed on the national flag of that country.

I highly recommend a visit to Angkor Wat, to state the obvious. You might even want to do a little research before you come. It is probably in your best interest to get a guide ($10 or so). Many of them speak English very fluently and some other languages are covered as well. You will be able to find a guide (actually, they will find you) near the moat.

You might want to go to Angkor early as afternoons can be quite intense and shade is very limited.

Pro Tip The ticket booth for the Angkor area is quite far from the entrance to the park. You will probably never find it on your own so I suggest a tuk tuk. Cambodian citizens do not require a ticket but if, like my wife who is Cambodian, if they are travelling with a foreigner, namely me, they may be asked to produce documentation of "Cambodianness." Foreigners are required to pay $37 to visit the temple complex while Cambodians are free. As a protest, I deducted one star😉

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Visiting Southern Angkor Pagoda, I felt a deep sense of tranquility and reverence. The peaceful surroundings, combined with the elegant temple architecture, created a sacred space for reflection. Immersed in calm and spirituality, I connected deeply with Cambodia’s rich...

Southern Angkor Pagoda is a small but meaningful temple in the Angkor complex, showcasing traditional Khmer architecture and carvings. It’s not as crowded as the major temples, making it ideal for a...