Beste bezienswaardigheden in Preah Vihear

Preah Vihear's Crown Jewels

Preah Vihear province contains two of Cambodia's most significant UNESCO World Heritage sites: the 11th-century Prasat Preah Vihear and the 10th-century capital of Koh Ker. Perched on a 525-meter cliff, Prasat Preah Vihear showcases exceptional Khmer masonry and a unique axial layout. Koh Ker features a sprawling archaeological complex centered around a massive seven-tiered sandstone pyramid. These sites represent a distinct era of Khmer architecture, characterized by monumental scale and intricate stone carvings depicting Hindu mythology and royal power.

Preah Vihear's Crown Jewels — Kaart

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Prasat Preah Vihear

Preah Vihear Temple is an ancient Hindu temple built by the Khmer Empire, located on top of a 525-metre cliff in the Dângrêk Mountains, in…

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Koh Ker

Koh Ker is a remote archaeological site in northern Cambodia about 120 kilometres away from Siem Reap and the ancient site of Angkor.

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Prasat Thom

The principal state temple of the Koh Ker capital, featuring a massive seven-tiered sandstone pyramid reaching 36 meters in height.

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Prasat Preah Vihear

An 11th-century Khmer temple dedicated to Shiva, situated on the edge of a plateau in the Dângrêk Mountains.

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Prasat Prang

The iconic seven-tiered pyramid at Koh Ker, constructed from sandstone blocks and once topped by a massive linga.

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Prasat Thom

The primary temple complex of Koh Ker, including a rectangular moat, ruined sanctuaries, and the prominent tiered pyramid known as Prang.

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Prasat Preah Damrei

A remote 10th-century temple near Koh Ker, notable for its large, well-preserved elephant statues carved from single blocks of stone.

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Prasat Kra Chap

A 10th-century brick temple at Koh Ker featuring several towers and notable inscriptions from the reign of Jayavarman IV.

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Rohal

A large ancient reservoir (baray) measuring 1,200 by 560 meters, which served as the primary water source for the Koh Ker capital.

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Prasat Plae Beng

A small 10th-century brick temple within the Koh Ker archaeological zone.

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Prasat Op Own

A single brick tower temple from the Koh Ker period.

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Prasat Sralau

A 10th-century brick temple site located within the Koh Ker complex.

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Prasat Linga

A group of small sanctuaries at Koh Ker, each housing a massive stone linga on a decorated pedestal.

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Prasat Andong

A small 10th-century shrine located near the main Koh Ker reservoir.

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Prasat Chrap

A 10th-century temple complex at Koh Ker consisting of three tall brick towers arranged in a row.

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Prasat Banteay Pir Chean

A 10th-century sandstone and brick temple located northeast of the main Koh Ker complex.

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Prasat Damrei

A 10th-century temple at Koh Ker featuring four corner towers and large elephant sculptures facing the cardinal directions.

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Prasat Boeung Khnar

A 10th-century temple site at Koh Ker, formerly home to some of the finest Khmer stone carvings now held in museums.

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Prang (seven‑tiered pyramid)

The centerpiece of Koh Ker, this 36-meter high sandstone pyramid offers expansive views of the surrounding forest from its summit.

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Prasat Bak

A small, ruined 10th-century square temple at Koh Ker, originally dedicated to Ganesha.

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Prasat Chen

A 10th-century temple at Koh Ker famous for being the original site of the 'Wrestling Monkeys' and other dynamic stone sculptures.

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Prasat Krahom

The 'Red Temple,' serving as the main entrance to Prasat Thom, constructed from red bricks and known for its large stone statues.

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Prasat Bram

A group of five brick towers at Koh Ker, famous for being completely enveloped by the roots of massive strangler fig trees.

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Preah Entrong Temple

A contemporary Buddhist temple and pagoda serving the local community in Preah Vihear.

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Preah Entrong Temple

A modern Khmer Buddhist monastery and place of worship.