🌅 Sunset Majesty: Solo Trip to Phnom Bakheng! 🏛️

#asiabudgetchallenge ### **📍 Destination:** **Phnom Bakheng** (Angkor Archaeological Park, Cambodia) – The oldest temple-mountain in Angkor, offering **iconic sunset views over Angkor Wat**. A sacred Hindu site built in the 9th century. --- ### **💰 Budget Breakdown (USD – Half-Day Trip from Siem Reap):** - **Angkor Pass:** Covered under your ticket (1-Day: $37 | 3-Day: $62) - **Transport:** - **Tuk-tuk from Siem Reap:** ~$15-20 (round trip, includes wait time) - **Bicycle Rental:** ~$5/day (challenging uphill ride) - **Extras:** - **Sunset Drink:** ~$2-3 (vendors at the base) - **Headlamp/Torch:** Bring your own for the descent **📌 Total Cost:** ~$20-$30** (excluding Angkor pass) --- ### **💡 Solo Traveler Tips:** ✅ **Best Time to Visit:** - **Arrive by 4 PM** for sunset (limited to 300 visitors at peak time). - *Alternative:* Sunrise (quieter, same stunning views). ✅ **Why Phnom Bakheng?** - **Panoramic views** of Angkor Wat and the jungle canopy. - **Historical significance** as the first major temple of Angkor. - **Elephant carvings** – look for them on the temple base. ✅ **Sunset Strategy:** - The **upper terrace fills quickly** – secure your spot early. - For uncrowded photos, **face east** toward the jungle. ✅ **What to Bring:** - **Good hiking shoes** (steep, uneven steps). - **Water + light jacket** (can get windy). ✅ **Nearby Combo:** - **Baksei Chamkrong** (small pyramid temple, 5-min walk). - **Angkor Wat** (visit next morning for sunrise). --- ### **📸 Instagram Hashtags:** #phnombakheng #angkorsunset #solotravel #cambodia #templeviews #goldenhour #ancientwonders #wanderlust #sunsetlovers #angkoradventures --- **🌄 Ready to Claim Your Sunset Spot?** Climb the sacred hill, watch the sky ignite over Angkor, and feel the magic of Khmer history beneath your feet. ✨ *(No icons, clean & minimal!)*