Watching sunrise at Angkor Wat felt less like a single “sunrise event” and more like slowly watching the world wake up from darkness. Once I actually experienced it, I realized the important part was not only what time to arrive. Where to wait, when to move, where to go after sunrise — there are surprisingly many small decisions packed into a short period of time. Without preparation, the morning can become more exhausting than expected. In this article, I’ll share what helped most during my real Angkor Wat sunrise experience, including practical preparation tips, crowd strategy, and what it felt ...
