The Famous ‘Perched Temple of the North’ Preah Vihear
The Famous ‘Perched Temple of the North’ Preah Vihear
Set off on a 4 hours journey to experience a contrasting landscape, traveling deep into the Cambodian heartland to Preah Vihear, a temple dedicated to Shiva in the 9th century. Magically concealed and perched on the Dângrêk hilltop 525 m above the Thai and Khmer jungle plain, it offers a breathtaking panoramic view.
The Famous ‘Perched Temple of the North’ Preah Vihear
- 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: Mountain top picnic lunch
- Drink: Soft drinks and cold towels
- Entrance fee: Preah Vihear Temple
- Passport: You need your passport!
Set off on a 4 hours journey to experience a contrasting landscape, traveling deep into the Cambodian heartland to Preah Vihear, a temple dedicated to Shiva in the 9th century. Magically concealed and perched on the Dângrêk hilltop 525 m above the Thai and Khmer jungle plain, it offers a breathtaking panoramic view.
On the way, stop in Anh Long Veng, a small town, the former last stronghold of the Khmer Rouge. After a leisurely stroll and a quick insight into the village and general headquarters of Pol Pot’s regime we proceed to Preah Vihear. This magnificent site chosen by Suryavarman I stretches 800m along the crest and is particularly well preserved, mainly thanks to its remoteness.
Preah Vihear is an outstanding masterpiece of Khmer architecture in terms of layout, decoration and relationship to the spectacular surrounding landscape.
Total package for 2 persons US$ 395
- Extra person US$ 50 per person(max. 4 persons)
- French guide on request US$ 30 extra charge
