The Diary Game Season 3Walk into Siem Reap and explore Angkor

When I first met Cambodia, I couldn't wait to come to Angkor Wat, trying to uncover the mystery of the broken weather. When I faced this majestic temple and watched it stand proudly, I was deeply conquered by this ancient Zhenla civilization and the brilliant architectural carving art of Angkor! At Angkor Wat at dusk, the "Khmer smile" was dyed red by the burning clouds. It was the most brilliant and innocent smile!

What is the difference between Big Angkor and Little Angkor?

Angkor Angkor refers to the Angkor Thong King City, covering an area of ​​nearly 9 square kilometers. It is the capital built by King Jaya Patmo VII and the last capital before the end of the glorious era of Angkor civilization. There are five gates in Angkor Thom. There are many ruins of Angkor scattered in the city. The more famous ones are Bayon, Baphuon, Phimeanakas, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King (Terrace of the Leper King) and so on.
Little Angkor refers to the Angkor Temple, also called Angkor Wat. It is 1.5 kilometers long and 1.3 kilometers wide. Because it covers an area much smaller than Angkor Thong King City, it is called Little Angkor. It is a representative building of the heyday of art in the Angkor era and the best-preserved Angkor site. It is regarded as a representative of the Angkor site group. Therefore, it appeared on the Cambodian flag and proudly displayed it to the world.

Angkor Thom

Angkor Thong King City, also known as the Great Angkor, was built in the 9th century and covers an area of ​​nearly 9 square kilometers. It was the capital built by King Jaya Patmo VII and the last capital before the glorious era of Angkor civilization. According to Yuan Dynasty’s envoy Zhou Daguan’s "Zhenla Fengtu Ji", the Great Angkor Town at the end of the 13th century was bustling and bustling with magnificent buildings, which was no less inferior to the cities of the Yuan Dynasty at that time. There are five gates in Angkor Thom. The gates are carved with Buddha statues on all sides, and there are long rows of stone statues on both sides of the gate. It is already a famous attraction. There are many ruins of Angkor in the city of Angkor. The more famous ones are Bayon, Baphuon, Phimeanakas, Terrace of the Elephants, and Terrace. of the Leper King) and so on.

What do the small circle, big circle, and outer circle often mean?

There are many historical sites in Cambodia, and the small circle, the large circle and the outer circle must be visited. The small circle, the large circle, and the outer circle refer to the three conventional routes to visit Angkor Wat. Each circle takes a day to visit. Therefore, if you want to fully experience the excitement of Angkor Wat, you need to walk every lap, so it takes at least three days to get down.
①Small Circuit Tours (Small Circuit Tours) are mainly based on the temples and scenic spots in the Angkor King City. The distance between the opposite points is relatively short, and they can be reached on foot. It is used for a complete circle. The time is also relatively short. If it is faster, you can swim in half a day, so it is popularly called Xiaohuan.
②Big/Grand Circuit Tours is a route that connects the nearby scenic spots and temples around Siem Reap. Compared with the smaller circles, one circle is larger, and you need to use TUKTUK or It is a vehicle such as CAR, or a bicycle, generally half a day is not enough.
③Out Side the Angkor Area Tours, the outer circle is relatively far away from Siem Reap city. The driving distance is basically more than 30 minutes. The distance between points is also relatively long. Generally, the outer circle can run one day Three points are already very tired.

Tips:
①Generally, Ta Bulong Temple, Bi Li Temple, Royal Baths, Cardamom Temple, etc. are located on the edge of the large circle and the small circle, and can be divided into a large circle or a small circle. ②Angkor Wat is a world cultural heritage. Its cultural attractions can only be understood after carefully understanding the history and religious culture of Angkor Wat. Therefore, it is recommended that you hire a Chinese-speaking guide. Or do some homework before you travel and check it in advance so that you can have a complete understanding of Angkor Wat. ③In order to solve the employment and economy of the natives, the entire city of Siem Reap does not provide self-driving cars or motorcycle rental services. However, Angkor's scenic area is very large, so we recommend that you charter a car to go there. This saves time and effort, and the route drivers are very clear, plan the route in advance, or choose the classic small circle, large circle, and outer circle to book a chartered car in advance.

What should the small circle play

Relatively speaking, of the three routes, the small circle is the best and most fun route of Angkor ruins. Therefore, if the humble bee has only one day, he can choose this route to visit Angkor Wat. The route of the historic sites in the small circle is generally clockwise, but the specific route varies from person to person. If you want to watch the sunrise at Angkor Temple, it is recommended to watch the sunrise in the small circle that morning, so that you will not be too tired on the itinerary. Must-see attractions in the small circle: Little Angkor (that is, Angkor Temple), Angkor (that is, Tongwangcheng, including Bayon Temple, Bafang Temple, Palace in the Sky, Elephant Steps, Leopard King Steps and other attractions), Ba Mount Ken sunset.

[Angkor Temple] One of the most famous sights in the ancient ruins of Angkor and the best-preserved, it is also the largest religious building in the world. Angkor Temple has three floors. The third floor is called the Stairway to Heaven. It requires clothing that crosses the knees and cannot be exposed. It has a limit of 100 people and a time limit of 15 minutes. However, it is generally not nervous, there are many people going up and down, and there will be no queues. However, the stairs on the third floor are relatively high and relatively steep, so you need to pay attention when visiting. Generally, it takes about 3-4 hours to visit Angkor Temple.

Tips:
① Because Little Angkor is the most classic place to watch the sunrise, there are more people. To see the sunrise in Little Angkor, it is recommended to leave at 4:30 in the morning, and you need to enter Little Angkor around 5 o'clock. ②There are many attractions in Angkor Wat that you cannot wear sleeveless tops and short skirts/trousers. Angkor Temple is one of them. The investigation is super strict and you must pay special attention. ③Keep your own tickets, you need to check the tickets to enter the Angkor Temple.

[Bayon Temple] Bayon Temple is the central point of Angkor Thong King City. There are 54 large and small pagodas, each of which is engraved with Buddhas with different smiles on all sides. This is the legendary Khmer smile. The most famous of Bayon Temple is the huge statue of Guanyin carved on the tower, which symbolizes the prosperity of the Khmer Kingdom at that time. In addition to the four-faced Guanyin statue, the cloister murals of the Bayon Temple are also a highlight. The 1,200-meter-long relief gallery is amazingly depicting 11,000 figures. The inner corridor is mainly based on myths and religious stories, while the outer corridor is based on real life. The stories of ancient wars, the life of ordinary people, and the scenery of the lakeside of Tonle Sap fully reveal the scene at that time, and they are definitely precious historical sites that must be seen. The vivid murals seem to tell a distant story.
The Elephant Steps is a scenic route to travel to the Bayon Temple. The walls under the Elephant Steps are densely packed with intricate Buddha sculptures. The trunk of the elephant is connected to the ground. Although it has been dilapidated, it is still ingenious, as if it can be recalled. I remembered the scene when he was a general Feng Shuai. There is a small high platform next to the War Elephant Steps, the Leper King Steps, and they are all worth visiting.

Tips:
① To enter the interior, you need to bring your own light source, because even at noon, the interior is pitch black. ②There are many relief murals in the Bayon Temple and all have different meanings. Tourists must listen to the detailed explanations of the tour guide, so as not to enter Baoshan but return empty-handed. ③The Bayon Temple faces east. Most people visit in the morning to watch the sunrise. In the evening, the Bayon Temple is also worth a visit. It is also good to watch the sunset in the opposite direction. If you want to avoid the crowds and appreciate the quiet side of the Bayon Temple, there are generally fewer people before 7 am and after 3 pm. ④The noon time should be avoided when taking pictures of the Bayon Temple, because the mottled boulders have no layers, and the direct shooting team is even less impressive under the sun. In the evening, there are few tourists and the light is soft. It is more suitable for taking pictures and wandering around the Bayon Temple. Monk, at sunset, the tourists will leave one after another after the tourists have dispersed. This is a good opportunity to capture the wandering monk. ⑤Bayon Temple is one of the attractions where you cannot wear sleeveless tops and short skirts/trousers.

There are many places to watch the sunrise and sunset in Angkor Wat. In addition to the more classic sunrise and sunset of Little Angkor and the sunset of Bakken Mountain mentioned above, there are also the sunset of Bi Li Temple and the sunrise of the royal bath. (Except for the sunrise at Little Angkor), the sunset at Tonle Sap Lake and so on. In addition, taking a hot air balloon to watch the sunrise or sunset is also a good choice, with a great perspective. If you take a hot air balloon, you need to make a reservation in advance. If you watch the sunrise, you need to allow enough time for preparation. Bayon Temple is also good to watch the sunrise. There are fewer people, but it is a bit farther than Angkor and requires climbing stairs, so it is not recommended. If you want to watch the sunrise, you usually have to prepare to leave before 5 o'clock. Although it is still not dawn at this time, the staff at the entrance of Angkor attractions have already begun to check tickets.