20 Most Beautiful World Heritage Sites Listed

The world is full of wonders, and this year as well CNN compiled a list of 20 of the most beautiful and famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the largest religious monument in the world, Angkor Wat. According to CNN a guide is essential to make the most of your visit to this incredible temple complex and recommends the guides at the premier boutique hotel Siem Reap, the prestigious Anantara Angkor Resort & Spa as their ‘knowledge and respect for the sites and their history is phenomenal’.

CNN reports that the tourist arrivals to Angkor Wat are increased between the months of November and February as during this time the weather is dry and temperatures are coolest (25-30 C). The ancient temple complex of Angkor Wat that’s dedicated to Hindu god Vishnu comprises the remains of the Khmer Empire capitals dating from the 9th to the 15th Centuries.

The Angkor Wat temple complex is located amongst the lush Cambodian jungle and according to CNN can be reached within a 20-minute tuk-tuk ride from the city of Siem Reap.