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
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
Krong Kracheh Pagoda is a contemporary monastery & pagoda located in central Kratie and fronted by the beautiful Mekong river. The pagoda is quite pretty and is surrounded by several grand stupas. The golden chedi/stupa fronted by a vihara houses royalty of the post-Angkorian era and is one of the three important stupas of Kracheh, … Read more
Located in the south of the city of Kratie, Wat Rokar (វត្តរការកណ្តាលចាស់) was built in the 18th century and, which is rare to see today, it features beautiful wooden pillars and internal frame with a tiled roof. It has been restored in recent times and functions as a local crafts center during tourist season. It’s … Read more
Contemporary monastery and pagoda, the old pagoda is located by the river opposite.
