Phimeanakas Temple

 

Phimeanakas is found within the walls of the Royal Palace. Directly north through the palace walls from Baphuon Temple. Phimeanakas is a three tiered temple constructed in the 10th century. The original structure had a tower on top. Legend states that a serpent spirit with 9 heads lived in the tower and would appear disguised as a women. The Khmer King would have to sleep with the woman every night before he could join his wives. If the King missed one night he would die.

I wonder who made that legend (the King?)!

There is some restoration project going on at the time I was there (June 2014). It seemed to be minor. A wooden stairway has been constructed for safety to get to the top. It is still very steep.