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Roluos Group and Beng Melea: Explore the Largest Temples in Angkor, Cambodia
Roluos
Discover the largest temples in Angkor, Cambodia on a tour of the Roluos Group and Beng Melea. Explore ancient history, stunning architecture, and hidden gems in Siem Reap.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Roluos - Discover the wonder of ancient Angkor, Roluos (Khmer: រលួស) is a Cambodian modern small town and an archeological site about 13 km east of Siem Reap along NH6. Once it was the seat of Hariharalaya:98 first capital of Khmer Empire north of Tonlé Sap (as the first capital in the strict sense of the term could have been Indrapura, identifiable with Banteay Prey Nokor. Among the “Roluos Group” of temples, there are some of the earliest permanent structures built by Khmer. They mark the beginning of the classical period of Khmer civilization, dating from the late 9th century. Some were totally built with bricks, others partially with laterite or sandstone (the first large Angkorian temple built with sandstone was possibly Ta Keo. At present it is composed of three major temples: Bakong, Lolei, and Preah Ko, along with tiny Prasat Prei Monti. At both Bakong and Lolei there are contemporary Theravada Buddhist monasteries
- Beng Mealea - A spectacular sight to behold, Beng Mealea, is one of the most mysterious temples at Angkor, as nature has well and truly run riot. Exploring this titanic of temples, built to the same floor plan as Angkor Wat, is the ultimate Indiana Jones experience. O Thmor Dap
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- English-speaking driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water and Coke
What's Not Included
- Entry fees or tickets to places of interest
- Lunch
- Temple pass
Additional Information
[ ABOUT THE TOUR ]
- We plan to pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am.
- Expect the tour to conclude around 5:00 pm; we’ll ensure to drop you back at your hotel or at any location within Siem Reap city as per your preference.
- We will suggest remarkable sights in Siem Reap.
[ TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ]
- Explore the largest temples in the Roluos group including Bakong, Lolei, Preah Ko, along with Prasat Prie Monti.
- Visit the Beng Melea temple.
- O Thmor Dap, where the stones for temple construction were quarried.
[ HISTORICAL CONTEXT ]
- Beng Mealea, also known as Bung Mealea, is an ancient temple from the Angkor Wat era. It’s located 40 km east of Angkor’s main temple cluster, in Cambodia, and situated on the historic royal highway leading to Preah Khan Kompong Svay. The temple was constructed under the reign of Suyavarman 2, the architect behind, the grand temple, Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, this temple was dedicated to Vishnu, the highest deity in Hinduism.
Location
Roluos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
