Angkor Wat has found a prominent place in the list of ‘must visit’ temples of Southeast Asia, released by leading online travel agency Agoda on Wednesday.
“As the largest religious monument globally, Angkor Wat’s grandeur and intricate carvings reflect the zenith of the Khmer Empire’s architectural and spiritual achievements.”
Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda said exploring these temples is like stepping into a different world, where history, spirituality, and art come together.
The Angkor contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire from the ninth to the 15th centuries, and it consists of scores of key temples such as the Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, Chau Say Tevoda, and Ta Keo, among others.
“As the year begins, it’s an ideal time to plan enriching travel experiences that offer both cultural insight as well as an opportunity to make personal reflections,” Agoda said in its post along with the list.
“From the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat in Cambodia to the iconic Batu Caves in Malaysia, these temples offer a unique blend of history, spirituality, and architectural splendor.
Apart from Angkor Wat, Agoda’s list contains Batu Caves (Selangor, Malaysia), Borobudur (Magelang, Indonesia), Wat Phra Kaew (Bangkok, Thailand) and Wat Xieng Thong (Luang Prabang, Laos).
According to the Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2025 report, Siem Reap in Cambodia will be the most sought-after tourist destination for Australians next year.
This surge in popularity is largely driven by the region’s rich culture, stunning temples, delicious food, diverse entertainment activities, and favourable weather, the report said.
Foreign visitors visiting Angkor Archeological Park can now avail digital platform at self-service machines deployed in public places across the Siem Reap city.
Angkor ticketing system and ticket inspection reform system were launched last week, giving more options to foreign tourists and tour agencies to buy entrance tickets, making it easier for tourists to visit the ancient temples.
The new initiative downsizes the complexity of procedures in the old ticket sale system, which required more information from foreign tourists.
It also largely cuts down on procedures of checking tickets by officials stationed at ancient temples and at the main gates to the temples, Chhorn Sopheap, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, said at the launch ceremony.
“This move provides more convenience to international tourists as well as all tour operators making it easier for tourists to visit the ancient temples,” he said.
