Kôk Chroeng
Scant remains of two small brick temples, once surrounded by a moat, which had inscribed doorframes registered under K.260. At the site today only a colonette piece and a sandstone plinth can be seen. Gallery
Siem Reap Commune
*Important: Some archaeological sites are approximated to the district level only. For sites outside the cleared tourist areas, you should seek a guide from the local area. Read more
Kôk Prasat
A road goes through the site, and either side appears to be in use (garden one side and business the other), did not look for remains.
Prasat Wat Athvear
Also recorded as Athvea, or Prasat Wat Athvear, it is a 12th-century ancient temple with an active Buddhist pagoda and monastery adjacent to the walled ancient structure. Originally a Hindu temple, the ancient temple’s design, and the distinctive style of its devata/Apsara (sacred female images), indicate that it was originally built during the reign of … Read more
Wat Aranh Sakor
Contemporary monastery and pagoda located south central area of Siem Reap city and east of the Siem Reap River. Dating to the early-mid-19th century, it’s now over 100 years old I believe. It’s one of the older pagodas that used a lot of wood in its construction that’s been well preserved. This can be seen … Read more
Wat Kong Moch
A smaller peaceful monastery featuring an ornate pagoda with beautifully decorated doors and pediments. The eastern entrance is fronted by two cows, or preah ko, while the western entrance is fronted by pairs of horses and elephants. The prayer hall beside the pagoda is quite characterful, if you look up around the eaves you can … Read more
Wat Po Banteaychey
Contemporary monastery and pagoda located south central area of Siem Reap city and east of the Siem Reap River.
Wat Svay
Contemporary monastery and pagoda located south central area of Siem Reap city and east of the Siem Reap River. The site dates back to the late 19th-early-20th century. The site also features two grand chedi, which I believe house the remains of prior head monks. It might not be noticed at first, but it features … Read more