Author: jmaurizi
Angkor Thom
Angkor Thom is the next stop after Angkor Wat when entering the Angkor Archaeological Park from the south. It is distinguished by five main entry gates, one on each side (north, south east and west) as well as the Victory Gate. The South Gate tends to be considered the main entrance because that is where […]
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Thommanon is a Hindu temple built in the 12th century. It is rather small and located as you exit from Angkor Thom through the Victory Gate. The grounds are flat and open with all the underbrush cleared away. The carvings at Thommanon are in great condition. There is only one tower at this temple. […]
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Another temple along the Grand Circuit road, Ta Som was built in the late 12 century. The interesting thing with Ta Som is that none of it has been restored. Also, there is a gate tower at the entrance with four faces of Buddha, very similar to the gates at the entrance/exit to Angkor […]
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This is probably my favorite of all the Angkor temples. Below are details to help you have a great experience when visiting Ta Prohm. Recent changes to the time the temple is accessible may hinder some opportunity. Being prepared for your visit will help you maximize your time and leave time for more adventure. […]
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This temple is really off the grid although very close to other temples in the complex. So few people visit this temple that not all tuk tuk drivers know exactly where it is. It does appear on Google maps and you can show your tuk tuk driver if he doesn’t know the way. Of […]
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Sras Srang is a man made reservoir just across from the entrance to Banteay Kdei. There are steps going down into the reservoir. Water is here year round. There is actually a trail that goes around the reservoir. I didn’t have time to hike it. Seems like a good activity if you rent a […]
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Preah Khan is a larger temple complex than many other at Angkor. It has four entrances by definition, one for each direction, north, south, east and west. However the main entrance for visitors is from the west and is closest to the road on the Grand circuit. The east entrance has a longer […]
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This temple is of the “Mountain” style, built upward and is relatively a square layout. It has an outer wall and three tiers. The top tier has 5 towers. One tower at each corner and then one tower in the center. Pre Rup is very popular to watch the sunset. Many people go to […]
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Prasat Kravan is a small temple in an open area south of Banteay Kdei and Sras Srang. The temple is a row of five brick towers with the central tower being the tallest. The towers are aligned north to south and are constructed in the Khmer style. Inside the central tower has the best […]
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Neak Pean is not a temple. It sits in the the Baray of Preah Khan. It was constructed as a place of healing. It was believed that soaking in the waters at Neak Pean would balance the individual and therefore cure their illnesses. The center tower is round but the water is divided into […]
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