Phnom Bakheng Sunset Temple
This is a temple mountain. The foundation of Bakheng is carved from the existing rock edifice rather than the latrine and earthfill than most of the other temples. Bakheng’s hilltop location makes it the most popular sunset location in the area. Offering a view of the Tonle Sap lake, Siem Reap town [...]
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Kbal Spean Ancient River Carvings
This is a beautiful jungle on the mountain. The carvings in the river bed are beautiful. Kbal Spean is often referred to as the Valley of the 1,000 Lingas. It is about 12km away from Banteay Srey and can be combined with a trip to Banteay Srei. Kbal Spean is best [...]
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Pre Rup in the East Barray
This is a large temple-mountain with beautifully carved false doors on the upper level. It was traditionally believed to be a funeral temple but in fact it was a state temple of Rajendranarman II. It is a great place to watch sunset.
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Baksei Chamkrong Step Pyramid Temple
This is towering 12-metre tall brick and laterite step-pyramid. Lighting is best in the morning.
Baphuon Temple Mountain
This is a huge temple-mountain in the heart of Angkor Thom. There are unique animal carvings at the walkway entrance. Similar carvings are also visible on the West Mebon. Lighting is best [...]
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Phnom Kulen Fertility River Carving Mountain
This is on the mountain and is very beautiful with the waterfall and jungle. It is also a good spot for a swim or to relax.
You can see the carvings in the water. The river bed is home to the 1,000 Lingas – fertility carvings. It is [...]
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