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  • Siem Reap
  • Day 01

Tour of Angkor Wat & the Small Circuit

  • full day
  • 1-15 pax
  • $35.00 /person

If you have only one day to spend in Siem Reap, exploring the Small Circuit of the Angkor Archaeological Park is the most efficient and rewarding way to experience the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Small Circuit is one of the most popular routes within Angkor Archaeological Park, located just outside Siem Reap, Cambodia. Covering approximately 27 kilometers, this route guides visitors through some of the most iconic and historically significant temples built by the Khmer Empire between the 9th and 13th centuries.

Tour Itinerary

Angkor Wat

Widely regarded as the crown jewel of the Khmer Empire, Angkor Wat is the largest religious monument in the world. Constructed in the early 12th century under King Suryavarman II, it was originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. The temple’s harmonious design, intricate bas-reliefs, and expansive moat reflect its symbolic representation of Mount Meru—the center of the universe in Hindu cosmology. Today, Angkor Wat stands as Cambodia’s most visited and revered site.

Angkor Thom & Bayon Temple

Entering through the grand South Gate, visitors arrive at Angkor Thom, the former capital city of the Khmer Empire. At its heart is the Bayon Temple, renowned for the more than 200 serene stone faces carved into its 54 towers. These faces are believed to represent both the Bodhisattva of Compassion and King Jayavarman VII, who commissioned the temple in the late 12th century. The Bayon offers a powerful sense of spirituality and architectural sophistication.

Ta Prohm

Perhaps the most atmospheric temple on the circuit, Ta Prohm has been left largely in its natural state. Towering silk-cotton and strangler fig trees grow over and through its ancient walls, creating a dramatic fusion of nature and architecture. Made famous by the film Tomb Raider, Ta Prohm captures the romantic mystery and raw beauty of Angkor’s ruins.

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