Wat Svay Thom | Hello Angkor

Area: Siem Reap Province > Prasat Bakong District > Kandaek Commune > La-âk Village
| Type: Ancient Remains & Temples

A colorful temple that features outer and inner murals, detailed pediments with Vishnu riding the garuda, and beautiful naga fans that are quite detailed front and back. The roof is also quite unique.

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Site Info

Reference ID: HA33393 | Last Update: January 1st, 2026
Site Name: Svay Thom (V.) | Khmer: វត្តស្វាយធំ
Location: Siem Reap Province > Prasat Bakong District > Kandaek Commune > La-âk Village
Tags/Group: Temples, Wat

Rodney Charles LHuillier

Living in Asia for over a decade and now residing in beautiful Siem Reap. Rodney Charles L'Huillier has spent over seven years in Cambodia and is the author of Ancient Cambodia (2024) and Essential Siem Reap (2017, 2019). Contact via [email protected] - more..