Angkor Wat - Cambodia

Angkor Wat (Angkor Wat) is a temple complex located in Cambodia. It is the largest religious monument in the world and covers an area of ​​about 162.6 hectares (402 acres). It was originally a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu for the Khmer Empire, which later became a Buddhist temple. Angkor Wat temple is a very famous and historical Hindu temple in the world, which later converted into a Buddhist temple. This temple is located in Cambodia and is one of the World Heritage Sites. Angkor Wat was built by the Khmer emperor Suryavarman II in the early 12th century. It was originally a Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. But after the 14th century it came under the influence of Buddhism and became a Buddhist temple. Angkor Wat was part of Angkor, the capital of the Khmer Empire. This temple is a symbol of art, culture and religion of that time. Angkor Wat temple is a masterpiece of Khmer architecture. This temple has five spires, of which the middle spire is the tallest (about 65 metres). It is considered a symbol of Mount Meru, which is the abode of gods according to Hindu belief. The walls of the temple have amazing carvings of Hindu stories like Ramayana, Mahabharata and Samudra Manthan. There is a big moat around the temple, which is considered a symbol of its protection and sanctity. Earlier it was a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Later it became a place of worship for the followers of Mahayana Buddhism. Today it is a secular historical site, but Buddhist monks can be seen worshiping here. Angkor Wat was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in the year 1992. It is a place where a unique confluence of history, religion and art is seen. Angkor Wat is the national pride of Cambodia, and its picture has also got a place in the national flag of Cambodia. It is a major attraction for tourists from all over the world. Every year millions of people come to see it, especially at sunrise and sunset. This temple is made of a single stone structure and millions of stone bricks are used in it. Angkor Wat is the only major Hindu temple facing west instead of east. Its name "Angkor Wat" means "Angkor" = city or capital,"Wat" = temple