Angkor Wat Equinox is a special solar phenomenon that occurs twice a year at Angkor Wat in Cambodia. During the Equinoxes, You can see the sun rising directly over the central lotus (Prang) of Angkor Wat if you stand in front of the western entrance of the temple. The Angkor Wat Equinox occurs twice a year, Spring Equinox and Autumn Equinox. The Spring Equinox falls around March 20th while the Autumn Equinox occurs around September 20th.
The spectacular event of the Equinox is believed to be a part of Angkor Wat’s marvellous architectural design, meticulously crafted by ancient Angkorian scholars. Many experts believe Angkor Wat’s construction reflects a remarkable integration of astronomy, engineering, mathematics, and architecture causing the Sun to accurately rise over the middle, topmost prang of the temple. (Check out: The construction of Angkor Wat temple)
The Angkor Wat Equinox is one of the most popular events that grab the attention of tourists from around the globe and local Cambodians. During the Equinox events, thousands of tourists gather in front of the western entrance waiting to witness and take photos of the marvellous sunrise. This wonderful phenomenon significantly acts as a magnet for the growth of the tourism sector in Cambodia as it attracts thousands of tourists to visit the Kingdom during this special event.
