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Bayon

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Bayon
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“The Bayon is a richly decorated Theravada Buddhist temple of the Khmer Empire located at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the state temple of King Jayavarman VII, it stands at the centre of Jayavarman’s capital city, Angkor Thom . The Bayon reflects the strong…”
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AfarJul 13

The Best Temples, Food, and Things to Do in Siem Reap

No matter how touristy some attractions may be—watching sunrise over Angkor Wat, exploring the Khmer Empire’s architectural marvels of Bayon and Ta Prohm, cruising through floating villages—Siem Reap ...

Temple with 216 gargantuan smiling faces

15 things in this story
  • Angkor WatSightLargest religious building in the world by area
  • BayonAttractionTemple with 216 gargantuan smiling faces
  • Ta ProhmAttractionHalf-swallowed by the jungle, nicknamed "Tomb Raider" Temple
  • Raffles Grand Hotel d’AngkorHotelLuxury art deco hotel opened in 1932
  • Elephant BarBarElegant bar for cocktails, happy hour
  • 1932RestaurantKhmer fine-dining experience at Raffles
  • Banteay KdeiAttractionTemple with similar jungle setting to Ta Prohm
  • Banteay SreiAttractionPink sandstone temple, "jewel of Khmer art"
  • Kampong PhlukSightFloating village on Tonlé Sap lake
  • Psar Chaa (Old Market)MarketOpen-air market with spices, produce, silks, carvings
  • Satcha HandicraftPlace“ We act with audacity and authenticity to give Cambodian handicrafts a new dimension” To create the first Cambodian…
  • Artisans AngkorAttractionPreserving Cambodia's artistry with exceptional craftsmanship, Artisans Angkor in Cambodia offers quality handmade…
  • Cuisine Wat DamnakRestaurantLocally sourced tasting menus, Asia's 50 Best Restaurants
  • Pinak PouRestaurantKhmer fusion menu by Siem Reap native chef
  • Spoons Café & RestaurantRestaurantSustainability-focused social enterprise training students
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More sights in Siem ReapAngkor WatTa ProhmBanteay KdeiBanteay SreiKampong PhlukArtisans Angkor
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