**Angkor Wat Equinox Draws Massive Crowds of Visitors** 🌅🇰🇭
According to APSARA National Authority, more than 30,000 tourists gathered in the morning of March 22, 2026, to witness the equinox sunrise, when the sun aligns perfectly with the central tower of the ancient temple.
The phenomenon, known as the equinox, drew both domestic and international visitors who travelled from across the country and abroad to capture the rare sight of the sun rising directly over the temple’s central spire.
The biannual event highlights the advanced astronomical knowledge and architectural precision of the ancient Khmer Empire, as the temple’s design allows for precise solar alignment during the March and September equinoxes.
Read more on [Xinhua](https://english.news.cn/20260322/61f8ef73116c4b55a40ca826… and [KhmerTimes](https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501865768/in-pictures-thousa…)