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Angkor wat teample is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. The beautiful and extensive ruins of Angkor temples, now a UNESCO Heritage site, represent the glorious Khmer civilization. The majestic Angkor temples, the Lost City, were discovered in 1860 and are spread across a 64km site surrounding the modern village of Siem Reap. It is a huge complex of more than 100 Angkor temples dating to the 9th century AD, which served as the capital of the great Khmer Empire. One has to see to believe the beauty of these Angkor temples. Once here, you can visit the 'temple mountain' monuments of Angkor which will take you to a different realm altogether.
 

Angkor Wat is the Khmer most significant architectural achievement. The Angkor temples complex to build , which took thirty years to complete, covers 500 acres, is a gigantic representation of Mount Meru. It also represents Hindu Cosmology. Five towers made of stylized lotuses rise from the center, with the innermost tower rising to a height of 699 feet. The five central towers are enclosed by still more towers, courtyards, and galleries. Angkor Wat is the largest single religious monument in the world which was built for King Suryavarman II in the early twelfth century. This area is considered the biggest temple complex of the world and revealed itself after being hidden in the Jungle for many years.

Angkor Wat is a temple complex at Angkor, Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II  in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation—first Hindu, dedicated to Vishnu, then Buddhist. The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and it is the country's prime attraction for visitors. Now angkor have alot fo people to visit .