You need to pay more now to visit historical Angkor Wat

The price of a one-day pass to Angkor Wat has increased from US20 (RM88.50) to US37 (RM164). Photo: AFP

Admission into Cambodia's fabled Angkor Wat nearly doubled in price, in an attempt to offset declining tourist spending in the country.

As of Feb 1, visitors who may not have been aware of the price change were most likely in for a bit of sticker shock, after the price of a one-day pass increased from US$20 (RM88.50) to US$37 (RM164).