Embark on a captivating journey through time as you explore the ancient Khmer ruins of Koh Ker and Beng Mealea on a tour from Siem Reap. Discover the secrets of the former royal capital of Cambodia and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Khmer Empire.
Embark on a captivating journey through time as you explore the ancient Khmer ruins of Koh Ker and Beng Mealea on a tour from Siem Reap. Discover the secrets of the former royal capital of Cambodia and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Khmer Empire.
- Siem Reap - The tour guide and driver will collect guests from their hotels between 7:00 am and 8:00 am.
- Beng Mealea - Beng Mealea temple, embraced by nature, is a 12th-century temple constructed under Suryavarman II. It is surrounded by a moat measuring 1.2 km by 900 m. Designed with the same layout as Angkor Wat but on a smaller scale, this…
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Siem Reap - The tour guide and driver will collect guests from their hotels between 7:00 am and 8:00 am.
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Beng Mealea - Beng Mealea temple, embraced by nature, is a 12th-century temple constructed under Suryavarman II. It is surrounded by a moat measuring 1.2 km by 900 m. Designed with the same layout as Angkor Wat but on a smaller scale, this nearly forgotten temple is free from Angkor’s crowds. The site covers over 1 sq-km and is largely overtaken by vegetation.
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Koh Ker Temple - Once the capital of the Angkor Empire from 928 to 944, it consists of a series of temples and monuments scattered across 81 sq-km of jungle. Only a few temples are accessible to visitors, with Prasat Krahom and Prasat Thom being the most popular.
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Prasat Linga 1 or Prasat Thnoeng - This square shrine, monumental in scale, shares its layout and likely its purpose with three others aligned on a north-south axis, while also relating to the east-west axis of Prasat Thom. None of these massive linga shrines have roofs, possibly unfinished or made from perishable materials and lost over time.
They all feature a sandstone base with steps on each side leading to false doors on the east, north, and south, and an open doorway on the western side. In some areas, finely carved decorations can still be seen around the base, while the sandstone walls remain plain. Inside, the linga pedestal retains its spout leading out the north wall and is adorned with floral swirls, hanging lotus garlands, and standing lions projecting from each side as if to support everything. The perfectly shaped linga features a decorative line around its perimeter base, tapering upward at the center on one side.
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Prasat Kraham ប្រាសាទក្រហម - A site originally consisting of three brick towers.
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Krachap temple - One of the larger secondary monuments at Koh Ker, Prasat Krachap holds a similar position, east of the Rahal, and exhibits a similar intriguing mixture.
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Siem Reap - Return to Siem Reap, with the drive taking approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Cold bottled water & cold towel
- Professional English Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Cold bottled water & cold towel
- Professional English Tour Guide
- Appreciation Tip
- Beng Mealea temple Pass including with Angkor Pass if you have it so you don’t need to pay it.
- Koh Ker entrance fee
- Appreciation Tip
- Beng Mealea temple Pass including with Angkor Pass if you have it so you don’t need to pay it.
- Koh Ker entrance fee
Avoid the usual tourist paths and explore two lesser-known treasures of the Angkor empire on this small-group tour. A certified guide will lead you through Beng Mealea, an expansive temple complex partially enveloped by jungle, and Koh Ker, the imperial capital from the 10th century. The tour provides hotel transfers, chilled water, and refreshing cold…
Avoid the usual tourist paths and explore two lesser-known treasures of the Angkor empire on this small-group tour. A certified guide will lead you through Beng Mealea, an expansive temple complex partially enveloped by jungle, and Koh Ker, the imperial capital from the 10th century. The tour provides hotel transfers, chilled water, and refreshing cold towels. Please note that entrance fees, not covered by the Angkor Pass, are your responsibility.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.