Bayon Temple, Siem Reap

The temple was erected in the center of Angkor Thom, in the form of a high, stone, three-level structure similar in shape to a pyramid. Has numerous towers. The temple is made of blocks matched to each other without mortar. It is modeled on Hindu architecture. The whole establishment has a very rich relief sculptural decoration, including figural. Large sculptures of human faces were placed on the towers. It has not yet been explained who these slightly smiling faces were supposed to portray.

Just to imagine what this place must have been like in its glorious days was an amazing feeling. All that is left is rumbles. But excellent efforts are being done by China and India ( in other temples) to restore what may be possible. Definitely worth visiting.

An amazing architectural achievement. The amount of detailing, reliefs and structural intrigue that remains is impressive. There are plenty of corridors and corners to investigate. It's very photogenic also. They were still renovating it on our visit so there's still plenty to see in the future. Must see at Angkor Wat

The most beautiful and complex stone building of Angkor Thom temple. For me Bayon temple is the second temple that you must visit in Siem Reap after Angkor Wat. It is local in small circle area about 2-3km from Angkor Wat I like the big 4 fact stone which is great for taking a photo. It is so complex in side I can't explain all those details but it wonderful

Absolutely brilliant - I did the 1 day pass to visit about 8 of the temples in the area and this was by far one of the best ones. This temple has 54 Gothic towers which are decorated with 216 gargantuan smiling faces of Avalokiteshvara. When you’re here you don’t quite believe it, but it’s just incredible, reminds you of the Lara Croft movies. Some temples here are actually from the movie.