In which country is the archaeological site of Angkor Wat?

Angkor Wat is in Cambodia, near the modern city of Siem Reap.

The temple complex was built in the early 12th century during the reign of Khmer king Suryavarman II. It was originally dedicated to Vishnu, making it distinctive among many Khmer temples that were associated with Shiva. Over time, Angkor Wat became a Buddhist religious center, and it remains an important place of Buddhist worship.

The name Angkor Wat means “Temple City” or “City Temple” in Khmer usage. Its galleries contain extensive bas-reliefs, including scenes from the Hindu epics and depictions of the king’s military campaigns. The central towers symbolize Mount Meru, the cosmic mountain in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

Angkor Wat is the best-known monument in the wider Angkor archaeological park, which includes temples such as Bayon and Ta Prohm. Cambodia placed an image of Angkor Wat on its national flag. UNESCO inscribed Angkor as a World Heritage Site in 1992.