Bayon Temple is a historic and protected site Siem Reap located in Cambodia.
Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
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Check out the relief stone carvings depicting everyday life on the outside walls. Some steps might be quite steep, so shoes with good traction might save your life.
Bayon temple is amazing among 4000 temples in Cambodia. Bayon temple has 54 towers as each tower has 4 faces so total all faces are 216. It was built in 1200 as under 3 times for constructing .
It's lovely during the day with the faces and smiles out and clear, bit it's also lovely during a special night when they have light show on the towers. Rent the whole place for a night light show.
Forget the sunrise at Angkor Watch and go straight to smaller temples like Bayon or Tat Prohm to avoid the crowd. We were here at 7 am and strollex and wandered around without seeing anyone else.
Another awe inspiring temple and will make your mind wander how they carved such accurate heads so large.
Angkor Wat is the heaven on earth. It's the best place to visit. I would recommend it to anyone and also don't forget to see the sunrise 🌅.
A little less well known than it's famous cousin Angkor but well worth the visit. On scale it is much bigger and shows the development of the architecture of the nearby temples .
The Bayon is a well-known and richly decorated Khmer temple Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII
The Bayon is stunning - the most impressive large scale temple I've ever visited - the facial carvings in the large pillars of rock are mesmerizing
I liked this temple more than Angkor Wat . Beautiful temple . Walk a bit around, there is a lot to see nearby.
Beautifully built historic place with the amazing craft work which is a must visit place in Siem Riep!
Those 4 sided phases are so amazing, I had to buy a painting of it and it hangs in my sleeping room. Not the biggest temple though, but for sure a not to be missed one.
The youngest temple in the area, but should not be missed. Amazed at the sheer density of Buddha face carvings in one place.
I love the exquisite detail and painstaking work that was made to create these happy smiling faces.
The best of the sites at the archeological park , but feels more like a long queue at a theme park .
Most impressive and interesting of Angkor Thom. Takes a bit more than 1hr, very divine and amazing.
Pro tip: come around1 hour before it closes, you'll probably have the whole temple to yourself. So magical and def my favorite
Get there at 7:25 to be the first ones in and you’ll be virtually alone
So much to see. We went in the afternoon and it wasn’t too busy.
Might be crowded , but definitely worth visiting. Keep smiling!
Get here for sunrise! It's spooky walking in the temple as the light slowly brightens. And few people! Love the Faces
For me the best temple and must visit site. Arm your feet with comfy pair if shoes and at least 100SPF.
The most atmospheric temple to evoke the ancient and lost Khmer civilisation at Angkor. An undefinable omnipotence and esoterism exists here.
The most magical temple in Angkor with the famous "Khmer Smile ". My favorite temple .
To me this temple is more beautiful than Angkor Wat .
Lots of steep wooden stairs here, so wear comfortable shoes for climbing.
One Of The Best Architecture Among Angkor Temples
First 30 mins after opening almost no tourist (“almost” for Angkor). Be careful: you can not drive back to Sieam Reap or Angkor Wat from 7:30 till 11:30 - the road is closed.
Amazing place, history of cambodia you have to see.
one of the temples anyone shouldn't miss :D
My favorite temple in Angkor . Quiet and calm . Amaizing faces.
Very beautiful faces of the Buddha! Must visit.
Spend the time walking around and enjoying, wonderful.
Beautiful temple ! Thousands of faces are looking at you :)
One of the last great temple built by the Khmer Empire.
Beautiful with serene and smiling stone faces
Faces are so beautiful
Make sure to climb the steep steps and check out the view from the library .
Best temple in Angkor area, just magic.
One of the most interesting temples in Angkor . But always crowded .
Bayon temple of Angkor Thom, enjoy the enigmatic towers surmounted by faces. Their smile is mystic as is the whole place
Amazing art of stone carvings ⋯
The best from hole complex
It is very great relief.
Smile, all the Buddhas are! 🌞
Awesome historical monument !
Remarkable architecture & stone carvings
Good panorama from the north east corner.
Also known as Angkor Thom. My Favorite temple . Temple with the faces.
Amazing and inspiring!
Love everything about Angkor. It's so huge! Catch the sunrise, bring lotsa water. Wear comfortable clothes, shoes. Bring cap/hat/shade too. - Izwah Mahdar
Beautiful, love the trees. Look for hidden moments! - Joel Savitzky
It's a great place but be sure to be physically ready. You'll finish the trail tired and exhausted. Don't miss to visit every temple. - Kath Banoey
As you approach Angkor Wat, the scale and symmetry is awe inspiring. It’s a must visit on every bucket list. The atmosphere is palpable; dark side of the Khmer Rouge and lightness of spirituality. - Fathima Dada
King's perspective onto the Victory Way from the Terrace is well worth the leisurely promenade. Do it in the early morning or late afternoon, so it is more pleasant. - Irina
Stunning entry into Bayon Temple. Worth getting a tour guide. - Harish Kanabar
Lots of unbelievably steep stairs but worth it for the view. - Andy Thornton
Very high temples with very steep steps, but an amazing view below. - Philip Luu