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Angkor WatvsAngkor Thom

Both are endorsed by writers. Overall, Angkor Wat ranks significantly better than Angkor Thom. Angkor Wat comes in at #2 in Siem Reap with approval from 4 reviewers such as Michelin Guide, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.

Angkor Wat
9/10
Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The symbol of Cambodia, the five spires of the main temple of Angkor are known the world over." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Angkor Wat, the beautiful apotheosis of Khmer architecture, and the world's largest religious monument. " Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"For some, Angkor Wat epitomizes the Cambodian travel experience." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Majestic, magical Angkor Wat remains the most famous of the mountain-temples." Full review
Angkor Thom
8/10
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Angkor Thom is, along with Angkor Wat, one of the jewels of the archaeological park." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The most spectacular of what does remain is the Terrace of the Elephants, a continuing bas-relief nearly 300m/1000ft-long with elephants 2.5m/8ft high." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Carved bas relief on the walls of the Elephant Terrace near Angkor Thom, Cambodia.By Jon Sheer , AFAR Local Expert." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The temple name means "the great city" in Khmer and is famed for its fantastic 45m (148-ft.) central temple, Bayon and nearby Baphuon. " Full review

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