The Irrawaddy dolphins of the Mekong River in Cambodia are one of the nation’s top wonders of the natural world and the place to see them is the village of Kampi located 15 km north of the city of Kratie (Krong Kracheh) of Kratie Province. Boats depart from Mekong Dolphin Pleasance (អន្លង់ផ្សោត) and are well … 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
Also recorded as Kuk Yeay Ham Temple and Yay Hom, it is a sandstone temple possibly constructed under the reign of Jayavarman VI. It is also the location where an inscribed stele was found that is registered under K. 86 and is now believed to be held at the nearby Wat Sangke. The temple is … Read more
Also known as Wat Nokor, the ancient site features a double enclosure, a naga balustrade on the eastern entrance, a galleried enclosure containing a further galleried enclosure that contains the cruciform-shaped central temple, and two libraries. It features an immense amount of artwork, some quite unique in the context of its. Perhaps its most unique … Read more
Also known by the monastery name, Wat Kiri Sophoan Phnom Tet Knong. The site features two pagodas, one of which is in stages of completion and is quite stunning featuring lots of Angkorian symbolism. Both of these are at the southern foot of the small mountain known as Phnom Bros Bosknor where stairs lead up … Read more
The two mountains are located near to each other and are connected with local folklore, the Khmer Rouge era, and today as a scenic area for relaxing and enjoying views on offer, a kind of cultural tourism site. On Phnom Bros (or Phnom Pros) there is a large stupa, and pagoda in Angkorian style, along … Read more
Phnom Sambok, also known as Chambak Meas, is a contemporary meditation center, monastery, and ancient site located between Kratie (Krong Kracheh) and Kampi of Kratie Province. The monastery and remnants of the ancient site are spread across two peaks of the small mountain that overlooks the plains alongside the Mekong river. At the top of … 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
Locate around 40 km from Kratie (Krong Kracheh), Preah Theat Khvan Pir is the remains of two ancient square brick temples that date to the late 6th/7th century. The two temples are aligned north-south and open to the east with sandstone doorframes. Today, the southern tower is partially standing while only the well of the … Read more
Preah Theat Preah Srei is one of my favourite sites in Cambodia featuring an unusual and grand pagoda that elegantly incorporated the ruins of the ancient temple that once existed at the site. Originally the site featured a brick temple complex, which as mentioned, has been consumed into the contemporary pagoda and monastery that was … Read more
Also recorded as Prasat Kambot/Kombot and Ta Hem. This fascinating small temple hidden away in the back blocks of a farming area features impressive carvings of a standing Buddha on its north, west, and south walls. The towering relief carvings are quite decayed but still clear in their outline. The carvings break a double cornice … 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
The contemporary monastery also recorded as Banork Pagoda houses several ancient remnants including a reclining Buddha atop the balan. It’s noted that two pre-Angkorian Buddha statues were found here (also see Cisark #1349). Dalet also recorded an ancient Buddha statue seen here noting it as “early Khmer art” (6-7th century) Inscription References
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
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.
Contemporary pagoda featuring a beautiful old gate, stupa, and some curious stele (?). It is located near the border of Tbong Khmum and Kampong Cham province near to the Mekong River. There are several interesting pagodas in the area and only ten minutes away is Preah Theat Preah Srei Temple.
Also recorded as Dei Doh Pagoda, it sits by the bank of the Mekong River in Kampong Cham city. Featuring some freshly painted stupas (I’m not sure how old), what appears to be an ancient pair of lions, plus a giant Buddha statue.
Contemporary monastery & pagoda located near a tributary of the Mekong River. By the river, you can find a range of interesting snacks including grubs, crickets, frogs and dried fish, but no rice….
