Tips of visiting Angkor Wat (Siem Reap, Cambodia) – Angkor Wat Guide

Do's and Don't - Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Angkor Wat

Tips

• Spare enough time to explore the staggering 400 Km² area. Better get 7 days pass and hire a bicycle.
• Read history of the temples and schedule your visit accordingly.  Get a guide if you have not invested time in reading history about Angkor Wat, otherwise you may miss some important spots like Ta Proham (Tomb Raider Spot)……
• Make up for Sunrise and don’t miss Sunset at Angkor wat.  As a photographer understands the importance of these two time for best shots, you may get memorable shots of your whole trip at Angok Wat at Sunrise..
• Drink plenty of water and you should have enough with you if you are on bike.
• Wear sandals  and beware of steep stairs that could be more dangerous if its raining.

Angkor Wat

• Use sun block and buy an umbrella to save yourself from sun light and unexpected rain.
• Eat fresh fruits and coconut water instead of cooked food there.
• Beware of monkeys snatching stuff from your hands especially eatables. Monkeys could be aggressive at times.

Monkeys at Angkor Wat Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia

• Don’t lose ticket otherwise you will end up paying fine and additional amount for a new ticket.
• Don’t underestimate the size of the whole area, covering full area in one day is too hectic. 
• Carry spare camera batteries and water proof camera bag.
• Do read about the Cambodian culture so that you avoid problematic situation like wearing appropriate clothes while visiting temples, wearing caps in temples is not allowed, touching heads of Cambodian (even kids) is inappropriate……..

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia