Angkor Wat
temple
becomes the eighth
wonder
of the
world
Cambodia's Angkor Wat temple became the eighth wonder of the world, surpassing Italy's Pompeii.
This temple is about 800 years old.
Angkor Wat Temple was built by King Suryavarman II.
Angkor Wat Temple was originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu.
But later this temple changed to become a Buddhist temple.
Angkor Wat Temple is the largest temple in the world.
Angkor Wat temple is spread over an area of about 500 acres.
As soon as you step into the courtyard of Angkor Wat, you feel peace and amazing energy.
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