Krong Siem Reab
East Baray Stele (NW)
A laterite shelter that once housed an inscribed stele. The inscription is registered under K. 282.
East Baray Stele (SW)
A laterite shelter that once housed an inscribed stele. The inscription is registered under K. 283.
Terrace
Scant remains of a laterite and sandstone terrace that are close by and may be related to this terrace.
Phimeanakas Temple
Phimeanakas (Khmer: ប្រាសាទភិមានអាកាស) is another of the grand pyramid-based state-temples that was the common archetype of the 8-11th century. Located inside the ancient Royal Palace of Angkor Thom, it is a grand three-tiered pyramid with a rectangular base whose corners are mounted with stone elephants and staircases flanked by lions which lead up to a … Read more
Prasat Chrung (NE)
One of the four prasats that sit at each corner of Angkor Thom’s outer wall. Located on the northeast corner, this one is a small but ornate sandstone temple featuring a small sandstone building (stele shelter) to the east which housed a stele with an inscription (registered as K.547). The inscription on the stele features … Read more
Prasat Chrung (SE)
One of the four prasats that sit at each corner of Angkor Thom’s outer wall. This one is located on the southeast corner. You can reach the site by a 20 min walk along the top of the wall from the south gate of Angkor Thom. It is also a place where you can watch … Read more
Prei Temple
An uncleared site with scant remains of what was a small brick temple built on a foundation laterite (via Cisark). Two large pedestals can still be seen at the site, other sandstone remains, along with laterite blocks, and a red sandstone block. Gallery
Don Mao – Ta Keo Terrace
Located around 500m east of Ta Keo temple and situated on the western bank of the Eastern Baray is a large terrace structure known as Don Mao/Duan Mao. It’s a large stepped structure constructed of laterite, possibly as a landing jetty/pier for the East Baray (akin to Srah Srang), while noting that there is another … Read more
Jayatataka Baray (Veal Reach Dak)
A large baray (lake) measuring 3.5 km x 1 km with Neak Pean temple at its center. On its western edge, there is a terrace that led to Preah Khan Temple.
Suor Prat Towers
Located inside Angkor Thom and around 180m east of the Royal Palace and its terraces, Sour Prat is a set of twelve monumental and mysterious laterite towers. They stand in front of the north and south Khleangs with six towers on each side of Victory Avenue (the causeway that leads to Victory Gate). While they … Read more
Srah Ta Set
Located east of the Sour Prat towers it’s a basin measuring 90 X 50 m with stepped laterite sides.
Wat Brasat Tramneak (Tram Neak)
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
Trapeang Tasit Temple
A modern monastery (Puthan Nokor Reach Thorm Meta Pagoda) on the ancient temple site features a large moat, while the only remnants to be seen are several sandstone plinths and pieces. Gallery
Trapeang Don Meas
Located west of the Royal Palace inside Angkor Thom, Trâpeang Don Meas is a 450 m long basin in a cruciform shape. While there is not much to look at, bar a curious piece of sandstone and it being a nice natural spot, you can reach here by following a trail heading eastward off the … Read more
Angkor Wat – Visiting Guide, Facts, History and More
Prasat Angkor Wat, or Angkor Wat Temple, is one of the largest religious monuments in the world, featuring a spectacular moat that encloses temple grounds with grand entrances and causeways leading to the massive multi-level, multi-towered ornate sandstone temple. It’s the main attraction of the massive Angkor Archaeological Park of Siem Reap and the nation … Read more
Made in Cambodia Market
A small boutique market featuring locally handmade goods including crafts and local foods. It’s not huge, but well worth a visit for the interesting handmade items that you won’t see at the other major markets. This market was formerly located at Kings Road Angkor. Address: Oum Khun St, Oknha Oum-Chhay St, Krong Siem ReapOpen: Some … Read more
Wat Preah Prom Rath
Wat Preah Prom Rath (Khmer: វត្តព្រះព្រហ្មរតន៍) is located in the central area near to Pub Street and the Old Market. It is a functioning Buddhist monastery featuring a typical Khmer-style pagoda, a courtyard with statues depicting different Buddhist beliefs, and a hall surrounded by hand-painted picture walls containing a giant statue of seated Buddha and a … Read more
Khmer Ceramics & Fine Art Gallery
Khmer Ceramics & Fine Arts Centre, formerly known as National Centre for Khmer Ceramics Revival (NCKCR), is an organization aiming to rediscover and reintroduce Khmer ancestral pottery techniques and support the development of contemporary Khmer ceramics art. In the process, the centre creates economic opportunities, helping to decrease poverty in Cambodia. It is located in … Read more
Preah Norodom Sihanouk-Angkor Museum
The museum is a joint establishment between Apsara Authority and Sophia University with funding from AEON (Japan) in order to exhibit and preserve the artifacts discovered at Banteay Kdei Temple. Its collection has since expanded to include the exhibition of interesting artifacts from several other sites in the Siem Reap area. The museum is well … Read more
Water Park Khnar Siem Reap
Water Park Khnar is a popular place with local families as a day out to relax. Here, kids can enjoy the water park’s features including water slides and swimming while the rest of the family can relax in the shelter of private bamboo huts and enjoy freshly prepared meals from the onsite kitchen. It’s best … Read more