The Mysterious Temple of Preah Khan Thom
The Mysterious Temple of Preah Khan Thom
In the morning, set off by private 4×4 Land Cruiser to Preah Khan Thom Kampong Svay:
The Bakan temples are located in Ta Siang village, Ronakse commune, Sangkum Thmei district, about 105 kilometers southwest of the provincial town (approximately 3 hours & half driving). On a plain that was a former worship place of the king. The temple is surrounded by two ramparts inside and outside rampart.
The Mysterious Temple of Preah Khan Thom
- Length: Full Day (from 7h30 to 17h30)
- Activities: Trekking / Temple Exploration
- Transport: Four wheel drive Toyota Land Cruiser (or similar)
- Guide: Local certified English speaking guide
- Lunch: Picnic lunch at the temple
- Drink: Soft drinks and cold towels
- Entrance fee: Preah Khan Thom Temple
In the morning, set off by private 4×4 Land Cruiser to Preah Khan Thom Kampong Svay:
The Bakan temples are located in Ta Siang village, Ronakse commune, Sangkum Thmei district, about 105 kilometers southwest of the provincial town (approximately 3 hours & half driving).
On a plain that was a former worship place of the king. The temple is surrounded by two ramparts inside and outside rampart.
Inside each rampart, there are many other temples such as Neang Peou and Dangkao Baodos temples. The temple was likely a royal palace and worship place.
According to historians, the site used to be a hiding place of King Jayavarman VII before he ascended to the throne in AD 1181 because the style of some construction is similar to the style of Bayon and Ta Prohm temples.
Outside the rampart, there are many other temples such as Preah Damrei, Preah Thkaol, Ta Prohm, Muk Buon and Preah Stung temples.
Total package for 2 persons US$ 385
- Extra person US$ 50 per person(max. 4 persons)
- French guide on request US$ 30 extra charge
