Historic places in Banteay Chhmar

Historic places in Banteay Chhmar

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   Banteay Chhmar Temple

   One of Cambodia’s most important and least understood temples from the great Angkorian era. The temple is similar in style to Bayon Temple and may have originally had over 50 towers within its main enclosure. There are some stunning bas-reliefs of Khmer domestic and military life from the Angkorian era. By far, the most important and spectacular bas-reliefs are the two remaining images of the Avalokitesvara on the west gallery. The temple has suffered hundreds of years of natural decay, and in the late 20th century, was subjected to egregious acts of looting. What remains is still truly spectacular – a remote, deserted temple overgrown with trees and forest. You will experience a sense of mystical aura and have some awesome photographic opportunities. With fewer than 1,000 visitors a year, you will also most likely have the temple to yourself.

   Temple entrance fee is US$5 per person and is good for multi-day entrance to all the satellite temples including Banteay Torp Temple. Children under 12 are free.

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   Samnang Tasok Temple

   This rather large satellite temple also bears Bayon-style face towers and is covered in vines and jungle

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   Chinchem Trey Temple

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   Dharmasala

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   Prasat Mebon

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   Prasat Ta Em

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   Prasat Ta Nem

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   Prasat Ta Prohm

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   Prasat Yeay Chou

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    Ta Phlang Temple Ruins

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Banteay Chhmar (CC BY-SA 4.0). Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).