Our Small Circuit Tour
We set off with Tobi (our driver) for sunrise at Angkor Wat. This was the starting point for our small circuit which covers the most popular temples in close proximity to Siem Reap.
Angkor Wat
The temple is a representation of Mount Meru, the home of the gods according to Hindu mythology. The central quincunx of towers symbolizes the five peaks of the mountain and the walls and moat represent the surrounding mountain ranges and ocean.
Sunrise over Angkor Wat
Angkor Thom
It was established in the late 12th century and was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer Empire. Within the city of Angkor Thom are several temples including Baphuon and Bayon.
Baphuon
Built in the mid-11th century, it is a three-tiered temple within Angkor Thom.
Bayon
The temple sits at the exact center of Angkor Thom. This temple is famous for its “face towers”, each of which supports two, three, or (most commonly) four giant smiling faces.
Ta Prohm
This temple was built in the late 12th and early 13th century. It is referred to as the “Tomb Raider Temple” due to its depiction in the movie. It is also known for the trees growing out of the ruins.
