Also recorded as Prasat Thnal Svay (of which there are many sharing the same or very similar name). It is a remote site located in the forest/farmlands of Preah Vihear about 8km south of Choam Khsant. The ancient site featured three shrines flanked by a library which was surrounded by an outer enclosure and looking … Read more
A Buddhist boundary marker located beside a Chinese ancestral grave area and in between the ancient sites of Sasar Sdam and Preah Trapeang.
The small provincial museum of Kampong Thom holds a collection of beautiful relics from ancient sites in the region including lintels, statues, pedestals, boundary markers, and much more. Some of the pieces originate from the nearby Sambor Prei Kuk, others from the vast number of smaller sites spread across the province, most of which have … Read more
Located about 7 km east of Stung Sen/Kampong Thom is a beautiful modern pagoda and nunnery (it seems). The multi-level pagoda, riding atop a massive grand hull, and flanked by two other “floating pagodas” all impose a grand sense of scale in a beautiful location beside the Sung Sen River. The site is accessible only … Read more
Located 200 m north of Trapeang Prasat, Trapeang Prasat Toch features the remains of an outer laterite enclosure wall with an entrance pavilion on the east enclosing a laterite temple and “library”. The central tower appears to have been a square temple with a forebody extending its eastern opening, similar in design to “hospital chapels” … Read more
Contemporary pagoda and monastery of Srey Noy with its outer walls adorned with 3D imagery of Khmer Buddhist tales.
Peung Tanon is a naturally formed geological wonder located north of Siem Reap in Kouk Dom commune of Angkor Chum district.
Located in Siem Reap along the route to Angkor Wat from the city center, the Angkor National Museum is one of the country’s finest offering an excellently presented exhibition of ancient artifacts from across the Khmer Empire. Superior in every way to the museum in Phnom Penh, the offering in Siem Reap elegantly and informative … Read more
Signposted as Prasat Srot, it is the two “palaces” that flank either side of what was once the causeway leading to Prasat Thom, the principal temple of the Koh Ker group, and in turn the iconic pyramid, Prasat Prang. The term “palace” (or palais in French) used to describe this archetype was coined by early … Read more
Also recorded as Ta Muean Saen Chey Pagoda, the site features a monastery set among the rock monolith landscape. There is also a collection of remains belonging to an ancient temple. The arrangement of remains includes a lion statue, decorative lintel,
Beautiful and characterful old monastery featuring wooden framework, doors, and windows. Its internal walls are decorated with murals of narratives from the Reamker, along with some curious drawings. There is also an array of wooden Buddha statues, at a guess, 40-50 years old.
A sacred place for many Cambodians who will stop by here to pray and relax in the beautiful grounds which feature several shrines, sculptures, water features. Klaeng Meung is revered as a military hero who, as legend has it, sacrificed his own life to enter the afterworld and raise an army of ghosts to fight … Read more
A rise where ancient remains including sema stone, sema pedestal, laterite, and sandstone blocks are seen. Update Aug 2023 The site now features an enclosed hall covering the site.
Contemporary monastery where the four ancient sites are recorded inc. Tuol Yeay Tep, Tuol Kantruoy Ma, and two vihara featuring laterite and sandstone remnants along with sema stones.
Located northwest of the central cluster of temples of Sambor Prei Kuk, and whilst part of that group, they are actually outliers not only for their location but also in terms of style and era. Prasat Robang Romeas consists of the remains of nine structures/shrines that, along with the nearby Prasat Srei Krup Leak to … Read more
Also recorded as Daeum Chan and Daem Chan. A fragmented inscription is located on the doorframe of the central tower which, according to George Coedes records the marriage of an Saka-Brahmin priest, Durgasvamin from Dekhan (or Daksinapatha=Southern India), to the daughter of Isanavarman I, the pivotal king of Ishanapura aka Sambor Prei Kuk. One of … Read more
Located in the Sambor Prei Kuk group of temples, Prasat Sambor, or North Group, was built in the 7th century under the reign of King Isanavarman I (reign 616-637 AD) and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, whilst the site also received alterations in the 10th century under King Rajendravarman II (reign 944-968 AD). The … Read more
Monastery housing ancient remains including bollards, lintel fragments, ornate sema stone, and pedestals while the pagoda basement slab is built on or surrounded by laterite blocks.
Located on the southeastern side of the city of Pursat, Wat Moniratanarama or Mony Ratanaream, is a unique new pagoda that has recently been completed. Inside, you can take the spiral staircase that leads up through the different levels with grand views on offer at the top. On Buddhist holy days, at night they turn … Read more
A very special monastery and remembrance site featuring a contemporary pagoda, the original pagoda from the 19th century, and is also a sacred site for the remembrance of tragic events in the Khmer Rouge era. The grounds are quite large and you can stroll around the contemporary pagoda and the older pagoda. There’s an exhibit/museum … Read more
Located 1 km to the west-northwest of Wat Kok Romiet, the square brick prasat opens to the east with a sandstone doorframe and around its sides, no false doors but there are emphasized pilasters. It was not tall by appearances, a few meters high and the next level tapering in size although today, it’s in … Read more
Located in Preah Net Preah District of Banteay Meanchey, the recently completed Wat Kchas is a stunning new monastery and pagoda featuring a pagoda with dramatic golden spires in a walled enclosure that is surrounded by large gardens. It’s quite something to behold and will undoubtedly become a major attraction in the area and one … Read more
Romsaysak Pagoda also features a staircase that leads to a cave site featuring several small Buddhist shrines. From the west side of the pagoda, follow the stairs 100 m or so up to the cave opening admiring the views offered along the way. There are stairs leading down being careful as water drips onto the … Read more
Also referred to as Prasat Snoeng Khang Khaeut, it is the remains of a standing three brick temple group. The site is located 200m east of Snoeng West Temple, noting the obvious that they are from differing eras. The temples are aligned on a north-south axis and open to the east sharing a common terrace. … Read more
Also recorded as Roung Temple, Prasat Baset, it is a 7th century brick temple located just north of a monastery, Wat Phnom Ba, on the hillside of Phnom Baset. You can reach the site by heading up to the monastery and stopping short at the lower car park and then walking to the old pagoda … Read more
Monastery located atop Phnom Baset offering great views over the other small mountains and out towards Phnom Penh. On the north side of the pagoda is the reclining Buddha and ancient Srey Kup Leak Temple.
A contemporary monastery featuring a large themed area, pagoda, and two modern buildings constructed in Angkorian style.
A contemporary monastery that features several large buildings constructed in Angkorian style along with a monumental gate with smiling faces and a causeway lined with Devas and Asuras.
Located on the hillside of Phnom Kaek, between two military bases, Prasat Kaek Pong is a partially standing brick temple. Only two walls are standing, featuring false doors and embossed pilasters. Most interesting is the embossed brickwork on the pediment, and also on each side of the false doors, which would have been awaiting decorative … Read more
