A list and map of ancient sites along National Road 6 (NR6, also called RN6 or Highway 6) that was constructed partly following an ancient Royal Road from Angkor leading to Prasat Andet, which was mirrored in part by a road that led to Sambor Prei Kuk.
Prasat Andet, also recorded as Prasat Andaet, is an ancient 7th-century brick temple located on the grounds of a contemporary monastery and pagoda atop a large and high mound which is then surrounded by a moat. Several statues from here including a Harihara statue can be found at the Phnom Penh National Museum. This uniquely … Read more
A small but very charming site located in Damdek to the west of Siem Reap and not to be confused with the larger Banteay Srei located north of Siem Reap. Albeit ruinous and having only partial restoration, the site is a must-see if you are traveling out that way. It is reported as being Khleang … Read more
Ancient boundary marker or mile marker. A chance discovery while having lunch, the lady at the shop mentioned it as being one of three in the area along the road at regular intervals. Also, the food is delicious there, bai sach chrouk pictured below.
Located on the grounds of a contemporary monastery and pagoda (វត្តទិព្វពិសី), Prasat Damrei Chhlang is a square laterite base of an ancient temple (or a later rearrangement of its parts) with sandstone capping, and a pedestal at the center. Neak Ta shelters front and rear containing ancient site fragments and contemporary statues. Gallery
Located just south of a contemporary monastery. Wat Khleang Khmaut is a large and unique brick stupa/chedi. It features a square base tapering as it goes up with each level and is topped with a large cone that’s then topped with four smiling faces of old Brahma and a further spire. There are also some … Read more
Located just north of NR6 in Chikreng district of Siem Reap province, the site was once the location of an ancient brick temple. According to historical reports, the site featured a brick temple, opening to the east with a sandstone doorframe and decorated round door columns. A lintel, grinding stone, and pedestal were recovered from … Read more
A contemporary monastery built on an ancient site. Only remnants of the ancient site were ever recorded, some of which can still be seen at the site including door steps (or moonstones) of the ancient temple. As of June 2022, a new pagoda is under construction with a lot of the sculptures being carved from … Read more
An ancient laterite bridge that is slowly becoming surrounded by new developments. A new channel that diverts around the ancient bridge has almost turned the site into an island. The “island” is heavily overgrown and not cleared for visiting (2021) make it through the scrub and some of the arches can still be seen from … Read more
Also recorded as Prasat Phoum and Prasat Pagoda (on Google Maps), it is a tall rectangular brick temple of the 8th century located on the grounds of a contemporary monastery. The ancient temple was restored in 2007 and still preserves much of the beautiful artwork of that time which is attributed to “Kampong Preah style” … Read more
Once a group of three temples aligned north-south and open to the east with moat according to reports, its hard to tell today. What remains is the laterite base structure that is still topped with some of the bricks that would have formed one of the small square brick towers. Sandstone blocks can be seen … Read more
Shelter with what appear to be ancient sandstone plinths, carved with personages at some time
Partially buried remains of a laterite bridge with 16 arches. It is/was 45 m long, 10 m wide and 3.5 m high.
Laterite bridge that is reported to measure 33 m long, 8.2 m wide and 3.2 m high. At the time of visiting, 06/21, it was a little overgrown.
Also known as Kampong Kdei Bridge, Preah Toes Bridge, or Spean Kampong Kdei, it is a grand ancient laterite bridge measuring 86 m long and 14 m wide with 21 arches and topped by a sandstone balustrade with stunning ornamental naga. It received some restorative work in the 1920s and comprehensive restoration in the 1960s … Read more
Laterite bridge consists of 4 arches visible but that was to include 7. It measures 22.5 m long, 7.8 m wide and 3.45 m high (source: Cisark).
A laterite bridge, also known as Spean Boeung Ampil, with 5 arches measuring 17.5 m long, 7.8 m wide and 2.5 m high. Gallery
Laterite bridge with 5 arches reported as measuring 12 m long, 7.7 m wide and 2.6 m high. Gallery
Laterite bridge consists of 4 arches visible but that was to include 7. It measures nearly 27 meters long, 7.5 to 8 m wide and 3 m high (Source: Cisark).
Located near the RN 6 just across the border from Kandal into Kampong Cham is a beautiful looking mountain and village area. Atop the mountain that is also recorded as Phnom Cheung Chhnok, of course, there is a pagoda! You can ride up to the pagoda and enjoy amazing views all the way to Phnom … Read more
Also recorded as Asram Trapeang Sruk, it is located in Sampong Chey about 500m northwest of Kuk Trapeang Kuk (Wat Trapeang Kong). The site features the sandstone remnants of an ancient 7-8th century temple (at a guess). Among the remnants, are a large linga, pedestals, a standing doorframe, the feet of a small statue, a … Read more
Modern monastery (Puthan Nokor Reach Thorm Meta Pagoda) on ancient temple site, featuring a large moat while the only remnants to be seen are several sandstone plinths and pieces. Gallery
Contemporary Monastery and pagoda located beside the ancient temple Banteay Srei (Damdek). Images: April 2022.
Monastery built on the site of an ancient temple. Several remnants are collected on the western side of the pagoda including an ornate pediment fragment, chaitya/bollard, a very decayed lintel and other pieces. The pediment fragment is the most artistically intersting, featuring a depiction of Brahma (sadly beheaded) flanked by two “angels”. The contemporary pagoda … Read more
Located on the northeastern side of Siem Reap city, Wat Brasat Tramneak is a contemporary monastery and pagoda that was built upon the location of the ancient temple known as Prasat Tram Neak. In a site report from 1930, the various remnants of the ancient temple were noted (see images below) with the style of … Read more
Also recorded as Chaktoluk Pagoda. It’s recorded as housing an ancient pedestal and bollard which I did not notice on the last visit nor was the pagoda open at the time.
