Beng Mealea: The other ruins by Angkor Wat

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Beng Mealea is a group of ruins far away from the crowds that become Cambodia's most famous sight, Angkor Wat, flow

I love playing Indiana Jones on my travels and regularly immerse yourself in the role when the place appears to be suitable. I did the Temple of Doom in India, The Last Crusade in Jordan, The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull on the Nevis Peak.

Even if Cambodia was never a location for the films, Beng Mealea seemed just right for hunters of the lost treasure.

Unfortunately, Kia forbids me to put videos of my stupidity on the Internet. Perhaps you bring her clips in which I jump around Indiana Jones Summ, jump around with a hat and pretend to whip things, more in embarrassment than I would like to believe.

When I suggested Angelina Jolie for Angkor Wat, she naturally also made her veto. You just have to be satisfied with your far less cinematic clip by Beng Mealea.

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Apart from Possen, Beng Meaealea is an outdoor ruined group, far from the crowds, which flow to Cambodia's most famous attraction, Angkor Wat. When we arrived there was no other soul. We stayed for a few hours and only saw two other small groups arrive.

The place built around the 12th century as a Hindu temple is now in ruins - sandstone, trees and dense scrub interweave a beautiful and atmospheric place that cannot be adhered to film. It is a bit remote - without our Guide Bunchi from Aboutasia we would never have found it.

In recent years, some efforts have been made to improve the experience for tourists. Some of the steeper slopes were introduced here and there.

Even then it feels like you are discovering the ruins for the first time - ideal for Indiana Jones in every man.

Beng Mealea: The essentials

Travel time: October to the end of April is the dry season, while May to September bring rain and moisture. The ideal months for a visit to Cambodia are December and January when the humidity is low and there is little precipitation - but this is also high season.

like: Beng Mealea is relatively remote, so you will probably need a local guide or a well -informed local taxi driver who will help you find the place. Spend the night in one of the numerous hotels and hostels in Siem Reap. Arrange your tour guide or driver the evening before and get up early in the day to ensure that you have the site for yourself during your visit. Leave Angkor Wat's sunrise for another morning.

Kambodchas The only international airport is located in the capital Phnom Penh (Book flights via skyscanner.net).

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