Wat Prang (Oudong)

Located to the northwest of Oudong Mountain and just north of Wat Veang Chas, Wat Prang features a grand stupa/chedi that dates to the era of King Ang Duong who reigned for two periods between 1848 and 1860. It was restored in 1905 by King Sisowath (reign 1904-1927) with relics also reportedly deposited at that time.

Originally there was a grand pagoda built mostly of wood beside the stupa, noted as having incredible murals, that was refurbished at that same time (1908). Perhaps beyond repair, the pagoda was demolished in 2001 or 2004 (?) and replaced with what we see today. The stupa has just recently been restored once again, in 2021, receiving slightly different pediments and roof, among other changes.

What survived from the original pagoda are the extraordinarily large and ornate sema stones. These sema were also recently restored which is wonderful to see as they are quite special.

Historical Images


Louis Finot 1931 via Fonds Cambodge (EFEO)

view from stupa
stupa
pagoda murals

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