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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
Frommer's
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Siem Reap, Cambodia
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"The symbol of Cambodia, the five spires of the main temple of Angkor are known the world over." Full review
"Angkor Wat, the beautiful apotheosis of Khmer architecture, and the world's largest religious monument. " Full review
"For some, Angkor Wat epitomizes the Cambodian travel experience." Full review
3 Stars
"Majestic, magical Angkor Wat remains the most famous of the mountain-temples." Full review
Angkor Thom
Michelin Guide
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
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3 Stars
"Angkor Thom is, along with Angkor Wat, one of the jewels of the archaeological park." Full review
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
"Carved bas relief on the walls of the Elephant Terrace near Angkor Thom, Cambodia.By
Jon Sheer
, AFAR Local Expert." Full review
"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