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DON'T go to SUNRISE at ANGKOR WAT!

Kara and Nate
Kara and Nate
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👁️ 424K views📅 10 years ago⏱️ 12:37

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The creator documents a trip to witness the sunrise at Angkor Wat, noting that the experience involves significant crowds. Arriving around 5:15 AM, the creator observes thousands of other people gathered at the site. While the sunrise itself is somewhat obscured by clouds, the creator concludes that the visit was ultimately worth it despite the heavy human presence. The journey continues through several other locations, including the Bayon temple, which features numerous stone faces, and the Ta Prohm temple, often referred to as the Tomb Raider temple due to the large trees growing through the structures. The creator notes the massive scale of the temple complex and the constant presence of other tourists. The trip concludes with the travelers feeling exhausted and hungry after minimal sleep. A final dining experience involves a plate of rice where the creator discovers several ants, leading to a humorous reflection on the risks of local street food.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Sunrise at Angkor Wat is OVERRUN by tourist.

It was worth it thank you it was great very nice.

We've now been separated for at least 20 minutes I'm not worried at this point it's just weird.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Go to Angkor Wat very early to avoid crowds.
Stick with chips and coke instead of questionable food.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowds ruining the experienceArrive extremely early to mitigate crowd impact.
Getting lost in the temple complexStay in high or open places to be visible to your group.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs sunrise at Angkor Wat worth the early wake-up?
QHow crowded is Angkor Wat at sunrise?

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