O Thmâ Dap Village

*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

Sandstone Quarry (Beng Mealea)

On the east side of Phnom Kulen, west of Beng Mealea temple, there are several sandstone quarry sites, some old and one that is still active providing sandstone for the restoration works taking place in Angkor. It’s interesting to note the techniques that seemingly haven’t changed too much with iron picks still in use. In … Read more

O Thma Dap (Beng Mealea)

There is a sandstone quarry just north of Prasat Beng Mealea that forms part of a river bed. It is quite fascinating to see where the temple originated and the clear lines of where large blocks of sandstone would have been chiselled. It’s also a nice spot to relax, as many do. This creek continues … Read more