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Angkor Wat | Cambodia
You don’t have to be religious to undertake spiritual travel and seek out transcendental experiences. SImply walk the temple pagodas, join monks in spiritual blessings and walking meditations; or indulge in traditional Khmer therapies and cuisine.
Iconic Angkor Wat was originally built as a Hindu temple of god Vishnu to see over the Khmer Empire that ruled during that time. Built by King Suryavarman II, it served as his state temple and eventual mausoleum and, breaking from the Shaiva tradition of his predecessors, he dedicated it to Vishnu.
The entire complex is magical. The energy is almost palpable, perfect for anyone looking for a serene, life changing experience. Though Angkor Wat itself is a spiritual hub, you don’t have to travel directly here to experience deep inner-work. Cambodia’s history runs like an underground river through the country, but it’s not without it’s own dark side. Look around- and behold the life force that holds Khmer people together through despair, genocide, and repair.
