Siem Reap is the gateway to the Angkor temple complex, the largest religious monument on Earth, with Angkor Wat, Bayon's smiling faces and Ta Prohm's tree roots. Visit November to March for cooler, dry weather.
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How long to stay
3–5 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 20h from the US East Coast, 13h from Europe, 5h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Buy a 1-, 3- or 7-day Angkor pass; the 3-day pass is ideal.
- Dress modestly: shoulders and knees covered at temples.
- Sunrise at Angkor Wat is crowded; arrive early for a good spot.
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