Angkor Wat equinox: Cosmic convergence draws record crowds

The equinox is a biannual event where the plane of Earth's equator passes through the centre of the sun, resulting in a day and night of approximately equal length. - PPP

PHNOM PENH: The first of this year’s equinox events at Angkor Wat Temple saw an unprecedented surge in attendance, with record-breaking visitor numbers exceeding 10,000 on both March 21 and 22, showcasing the site's global allure.

Long Kosal, spokesman for the Apsara National Authority, said the early-morning events attracted numerous national and international guests.