Preah Vihear Travel Guide

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Pram Temple of the Koh Ker group. Quiet spot with excellent strangler tree temple.
Pram Temple of the Koh Ker group. Quiet spot with excellent strangler tree temple.
Preah Vihear is a temple built by the great Khmer Empire and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Situated in the northern most part of Cambodia and perched on a mountain bordering Thailand. Because of its present location there have been numerous skirmishes between the two countries trying to lay claim to it. In 2008 the temple was designated a UNESCO world heritage site for Cambodia.
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This temple is unique in Cambodia because of its pyramid shape reminiscent of those in South and Central America. Koh Ker is about 2 hours from the center of Siemreap in the province of Preah Vihear. This once thriving capital of the great Khmer Empire now sits in a remote jungle. This is the mainly temple with smallest ones spread out in the area. #ancient #ruins #temple #angkor #khmer

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This temple is unique in Cambodia because of its pyramid shape reminiscent of those in South and Central America. Koh Ker is about 2 hours from the center of Siemreap in the province of Preah Vihear. This once thriving capital of the great Khmer Empire now sits in a remote jungle. This is the mainly temple with smallest ones spread out in the area. #ancient #ruins #temple #angkor #khmer
Kuleaen
Explore attractions like Kulen Promtep Wildlife Sanctuary and Srâyâng Market as you discover things to see and do in Kuleaen.

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Tbaeng Meanchey
Tbaeng Meanchey
Explore attractions like Kulen Promtep Wildlife Sanctuary and Tbaeng Mountain as you discover things to see and do in Tbaeng Meanchey.
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Rovieng
Rovieng
Enjoy access to sights and activities in the surrounding area during your stay in Rovieng.
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Chey Saen
Chey Saen
During your stay in Chey Saen, you can discover things to see and do in the local area.
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Sangkom Thmei
Sangkom Thmei
Venture to sights like Preah Khan Kompong Svay as you discover the local area in Sangkom Thmei.
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The border between Thailand and Cambodia is great for people watching.
Choam Ksant
Explore attractions like Kulen Promtep Wildlife Sanctuary and Khao Phra Wihan National Park as you discover things to see and do in Choam Ksant.
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