Siem Reap, Cambodia

Historic Sites & Landmarks in Siem Reap, Cambodia

  • Baphuon Temple Siem Reap, Cambodia

    Located north of Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom, Baphuon is a pyramid-shaped symbol of the mythical Mt. Meru. It marked the center of the city before Angkor Thom was founded.

  • Beng Melea Siem Reap, Cambodia

    Located an hour from Angkor Wat, this temple hidden in the jungle is perhaps the best place to feel like Lara Croft or Indiana Jones.

  • East Mabon Siem Reap, Cambodia c. 950

    This pyramid-shaped Hindu temple was built around 950 and is guarded at the corners by beautifully-preserved sculptures of harnessed elephants.

  • Pre Rup Siem Reap, Cambodia

    This 10th-century complex consists of a pyramidal temple-mountain with five square shrines on the top tier. This was probably a royal crematorium.

  • Phimeanakas Siem Reap, Cambodia

    Located on the site of the royal palace in Angkor Thom, this is another pyramidal representation of the mythical Mt. Meru. Most of the decorative features are broken, but it is an interesting structure and can be climbed.

  • Angkor Archaeological Park Siem Reap, Cambodia

    This vast archaeological site in the jungles of Cambodia contains the famous Angkor Wat and dozens of other spectacular Khmer temples.

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