Kbal Spean

 

Kbal Spean is located about 50 Kilometers from Siem Reap and takes about 1 hour to get there by Tuk Tuk. This location is a series of carved Lingams in a river bed deep in the the jungle. Kbal Spean is known as “River of Thousand Lingams.” Lingams are a phallic representation sacred to Brahmanism as symbols of fertility. There are hundreds of these carved in the river bed in various areas along with carvings of gods and animals. I was here just at the end of the dry season and there was no water in the stream. There is a water fall here as well but with the lack of water, it was not flowing.

From the parking area there is a 1500 meter walk to the river bed. The trail is easy to follow and well worn. There are some steep areas and there is a sign every 100 meters letting you know how far you have to go.

Most if not all Tuk Tuk drivers will know how to get here. expect to pay more money if in conjunction with a tour to Banteay Srei as Kbal Spean is 18 kilometers farther. Negotiate this into your day. Price can be between $18 and $35 USD as of May 2015