Phnom Bakheng Sunset Temple

Posted on March 11th, 2008 by May

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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Pre Rup in The East Barray

Posted on December 21st, 2007 by May

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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