[Cambodia/Siem Reap] Angkor Wat.

I went to the World Heritage site, Angkor Wat.
The scale and beauty were breathtaking.
I highly recommend visiting at least once.

You have to start very early in the morning, so staying the night before is essential.
The tuk-tuk that attended us came to pick us up at 4:30.
We raced through the dark to Angkor Wat on the tuk-tuk.

It's still dark when you arrive at the ruins, but this seems to be for securing a spot to take pictures.
Everyone is already standing by at a nice angle to take photos.
As it gradually gets lighter, it's time to shoot.
It's truly beautiful! It's hard to put into words how the expressions of the ruins change little by little as the sun rises.

The contrast is beautifully captured in an instant.
The background sunrise changes rapidly, and before you know it, the scenery is different.

It's surprisingly cold in the morning, so it's better to have a jacket.
As soon as the sun comes out, it gets hot immediately.
This is something you won't understand until you see and experience it for yourself.

There are many other ruins in the Angkor Wat complex. There are various options such as chartered tuk-tuks and rental bicycles.
You will need a visa at the airport in Cambodia.
If you're anxious about the procedure, it's recommended to apply for an online visa in advance.
You also need an entrance pass for the Angkor Wat complex.
You can get an online pass in advance as well.
After entering Cambodia, you can buy it at the ticket office.
If you want to see the sunrise, it's recommended to purchase it in advance.

Angkor Wat is well maintained, but there is morning dew and mud, so clothes that can get wet and non-slip shoes are essential.
Also, you will be walking a lot inside the ruins, so you need to be equipped for long walks.

I spent a wonderful day surrounded by precious ruins that cannot be seen in Japan.