{"id":1484,"date":"2018-06-12T03:38:30","date_gmt":"2018-06-12T03:38:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/?p=1484"},"modified":"2020-10-18T16:56:29","modified_gmt":"2020-10-18T16:56:29","slug":"top-10-angkor-wat-instagrammable-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/top-10-angkor-wat-instagrammable-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Angkor Wat Instagrammable spots"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Angkor Wat is a must see place when visiting Cambodia. Even though it was built in the 12th century, the temple is well preserved and it&#8217;s the perfect backdrop for beautiful photographs.<\/p>\n<p>Since it has become one of the main tourist attractions in Cambodia, Angkor Wat is busy all around the year. Therefore, if you are looking for the perfect photo for your Instagram, you must arm yourself with patience. Read below about my top 10 Angkor Wat Instagram spots.<\/p>\n<p>If you are planning to visit Angkor Wat by tuk tuk, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/visit-angkor-wat-by-tuk-tuk-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>read my recommendations here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Angkor Wat North and South Libraries<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1491 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0352.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0352.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0352-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0352-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1498 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0969.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0969.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0969-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0969-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As you will enter the Angkor Wat Temple, you will pass by these two libraries. You can play with the light or just pose in front of one of the libraries. Either way, this place is perfect for an Instgram shot.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Path to Angkor Wat<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1500 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0110.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0110.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0110-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0110-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You cannot miss this path leading to Angkor Wat. I loved that it was not that busy compared with the main paved pathway.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Angkor Wat North Reflection Pond<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1497 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0833.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0833.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0833-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0833-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is probably the most iconic place for Angkor Wat photography. If you want the perfect Instagram shot, I don&#8217;t recommend going there in the morning since it will be full of people watching the sunrise.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Angkor Wat Terrace of Honor<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1492 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0449.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0449.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0449-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0449-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Not many people have discovered this spot and this is why I loved it. Just play with the perspective and you will have the perfect Angkor Wat Instagram shot.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Angkor Wat Eastern Wall<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1494 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0548.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0548.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0548-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0548-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s amazing how well preserved Angkor Wat is.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Angkor Wat interior<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1496 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0684.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0684.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0684-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0684-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The details of the temple are simply beautiful.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Angkor Wat Victory Gate<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1493 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0500.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0500.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0500-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0500-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Victory Gate is probably the most famous Instagram spot at Angkor Wat and for good reason.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Ta Prohm Temple<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1501 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0203.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0203.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0203-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0203-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Widely famous because of the Tomb Raider movie, Ta Prohm Temple is a unique place where nature has claimed some of the ruins.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Phimeanakas Temple<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1495 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0578.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0578.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0578-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0578-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The perfect place to make a statue impression and an awesome Instagram shot.<\/p>\n<h2>10. Phnom Bakheng Temple<\/h2>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1499 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0105-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0105-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0105-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/DSC_0105-1-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Known for its amazing sunset views, Phnom Bakheng Temple is the perfect place to shoot an aerial photograph of Angkor Wat.<\/p>\n<h2>Where to stay in Siam Reap<\/h2>\n<p>Finding the perfect accommodation may be challenging. I&#8217;ve been searching for the best hotels in Siem Reap, for every budget. These are my recommendation.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Budget &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/kh\/okay-1-villa.en.html?aid=1604536&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Okay 1 Villa<\/a> &#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>good location, spacious rooms, nice pool, friendly staff<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mid Budget &#8211;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/kh\/siem-reap-palace-residence.en.html?aid=1604536&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> Siem Reap Palace Residence<\/a> &#8211;<\/strong> good location, modern and spacious rooms, very clean, great amenities<\/li>\n<li><strong>Luxury &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/kh\/angkor-village-resort-spa.en.html?aid=1604536&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2&amp;room1=A%2CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Angkor Village Resort<\/a> &#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>awesome pool, good location, luxurious rooms, great breakfast, excellent amenities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>I hope you have enjoyed my favorite Angkor Wat Instagram spots. There are so many beautiful temples and places that I am sure that you will discover even more great photography spots.<\/p>\n<p>May the travel bug bite you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>More about <a href=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/category\/all\/asia\/cambodia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cambodia<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/visit-angkor-wat-by-tuk-tuk-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit <strong>Angkor Wat by tuk tuk<\/strong> &#8211; eveything you need to know &#8211; <strong>click here<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/visiting-kampong-phluk-floating-village-during-dry-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit <strong>Kampong Phluk floating village<\/strong> during dry season \u2013&nbsp;<strong>click here<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/a-complete-travel-guide-to-koh-rong-cambodia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A complete guide to <strong>Koh Rong<\/strong> &#8211; everything you need to know &#8211; <strong>click here<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/koh-rong-or-phu-quoc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Koh Rong or Phu Quoc<\/strong> \u2013 which one to choose \u2013&nbsp;<strong>click here<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pin it for later!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img sizes=\"(max-width: 735em) 33.3vw, 33.3vw\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1490 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/10-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-description=\"Are you planning a visit to Angkor Wat? Check out these amazing Instagrammable places and take the best photos!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/10-1.jpg 735w, https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/10-1-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Angkor Wat is a must see place when visiting Cambodia. 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