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Do your TEMPLE RUN and find hidden treasures to be found in the ancient ruins of Angkor, Cambodia!

ANGKOR WAT

The glorious remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire lie at the Angkor Archaelogical Park.  Angkor Wat is the best-preserved temple at the site and has become a national symbol of Cambodia.

BAYON TEMPLE

More than 200 of these gigantic stone faces guard the towers of Bayon.  It has been dubbed as the “Mona Lisa of Southeast Asia”!

BANTEAY SREI

This 10th century Cambodian temple, built largely of red sandstone and containing elaborate wall carvings, is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

PHNOM BAKHENG

Hike to the top of this temple at Bakheng Hill to get a beautiful, unobstructed view of the sunset and the surrounding forest area.

ELEPHANT TERRACE

This 350-meter long area was used as a viewing stand for royal and public ceremonies.  Now, you can go on a real  elephant ride while you’re there.

TA PROHM

Massive trees grow out of the ruins of the Ta Prohm temple, where a part of Angelina Jolie’s hit action movie Lara Croft: Tomb Raider was filmed.

APSARA DANCE

After your temple run, get a glimpse of Cambodian culture and cuisine in the city of Siem Reap.  This Khmer classical dance features mesmerizing elaborate costumes and graceful moves.