Travel for the Over 30s

Angkor Wat is a city lost in time. One of the biggest archeological sites in SE Asia it was not re-discovered by the west until the 19th century, though the local people always knew it was there.

It was therefore spared the ravaging and reuse which has destroyed so much of our archeological heritage: but believe me you it is very,very well discovered these days!

Be warned that the main site with the famous moat surrounding the huge palace is just the start. The standard tour with the local taxi and tuk-tuks is 3-days - but some sites are as far ways as 50km - which can be along way in a 2-stroke tuk-tuk with top speed of not very much!

Try to go early morning to avoid all the tour groups: sunrise is a lot less crowded than sun set, and a lot cooler too! There is little cover at most of the sites so the extreme heat and humidity can be an issue. Hope you like these photos!

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