Khmer Architectural Wonders
This collection spans the evolution of the Khmer Empire’s building styles, from the early brick towers of Kravan Temple to the sprawling sandstone majesty of Angkor Wat. Highlights include the intricate pink sandstone reliefs of Banteay Srei and the massive face-towers of Angkor Thom. Beyond the famous jungle-entwined ruins of Ta Prohm, the list features the 'River of a Thousand Lingas' at Kbal Spean and the Angkor National Museum, which houses preserved artifacts that contextualize these archaeological masterpieces.
A Angkor Wat
This iconic temple complex is an absolute must-see. Being the largest religious monument in the world, it is a wonderful showcase of…
B Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm is a place of peace and quiet contemplation, which contrasts with the reason why it’s so popular.
C Preah Khan
Although left mainly unrestored, this temple is still very charming. Some of the vegetation had to be removed in order to make the temple…
D Pre Rup
One of the lesser known temples in the complex, which lets you enjoy its beauty in more privacy.
E Banteay Srei Temple
Banteay Srei is a 10th century CE Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and Parvati.
F Angkor Thom
Formerly the capital city of the Khmer empire, Angkor Thom is now a quite popular attraction in Siem Reap.
G Phnom Bakheng
Phnom Bakheng is a Hindu temple in the form of a temple mountain in Siem Reap Province, Cambodia.
H Thommanon
Thommanon is one of a pair of Hindu temples built during the reign of Suryavarman II at Angkor, Cambodia.: 119 This small and elegant…
I East Mebon
The East Mebon is a 10th Century temple at Angkor, Cambodia. Built during the reign of King Rajendravarman, it stands on what was an…
J Ta Keo
The temple is not finished, but it's nonetheless a majestic sight because of its size.
K Angkor National Museum
Angkor National Museum is an archaeological museum dedicated to the collection, preservation and presentation of Angkorian artifacts, also…
L Kravan Temple
Prasat Kravan is a small 10th-century temple consisting of five reddish brick towers on a common terrace, at Angkor, Cambodia, south of the…
M Preah Pithu
A group of five temples left in their original state. They get rarely crowded and are perfect for exploring on your own.
N Preah Palilay
This temple features a unique merge of both Hindu and Buddhist architecture. It also boasts with several unique statues.
O Kbal Spean
Kbal Spean is an Angkorian-era archaeological site on the southwest slopes of the Kulen Hills to the northeast of Angkor in Banteay Srei…
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