Angkor is clusters of temple constructed in the early 12th century and located in Siem Reap in Cambodia. Angkor Wat is
the biggest and most popular temple in the area. The moat in front of
it gives a breathtaking view of the temple. Inside, you get to see the
intricate details of Khmer architecture. To add challenge to this part,
there are steep climbs and paths and the rock-solid base of Angkor Wat
will make a very strong impression to your strides. On the positive, you
get to see ancient architecture at its finest.
Ta Phrom is
the fusion of ancient infrastructure and nature. This is situated in a
forest and built in the 12th and 13th century. The century and
strangler fig trees have grown intertwined with the temples. Traversing
this path is hardcore as you get to pass overgrown roots, slippery
soils and narrow paths. This is a real challenge even Tomb Raider had
this obstacle to overcome.
Bayon Temple is
an uphill climb as you go up in the temple to see 37 towers carved with
the four faced Buddha. This is late 12th century addition to Angkor
area. It's quite the challenge as its built like a mountain and has
narrow and steep pathways. It's also an option to enter the area with
an elephant ride so maybe that could be an exciting twist.
Now
with direct flights to Siem Reap, it's becomes a bit more realistic.
Because of the great sights, people might take their time in passing
through the temples so might as well waive the cutoff time. Angkor Wat
is like stepping into a time machine and makes you appreciate ancient
architecture. It's just amazing how even without the wonders of modern
technology, there are structures built in time that stands through time
and remains a wonder to this very day. So back to where I started, why
not do an actual temple run?
