Phnom Kulen – Beng Mealea and Banteay Seri Temples Full Day – Private Tour

Morning: 7am or 7:30am (flexible time) after breakfast pick up from your hotel in Siem Reap and journey by A/C vehicle to purchase ticket then continue to Phnom Kulen the major symbolic importance for Cambodia as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire during the Khmer King Jayavarman II proclaimed independence from Java in 802 CE.

We first go to the brick and laterite stone charming temple of Pre Rup, one of the few remaining complete structures in the complex. Continue to the intricate, pink-colored temple of Banteay Srei known as a “precious gem”, or the “jewel of Khmer art”, thought by many to be the work of the women of the Khmer Empire. Marvel at the ornate carvings on the tiny temples.

Travel on to the mountain where we can see The River of a Thousand Lingas carved on the river bed, Buddhist monastery temple where the giant reclining Buddha statue carved on the top of big rock and the Waterfall (the water is very clear if no raining) enjoy your swim at the natural swimming pool of holy waterfall. (recommended to bring the swimming suits).

Afternoon: Relax for lunch at the local restaurants near the waterfall then continue to see the ruin jungle temple on the east side of Kulen mountain.

Beng Mealea was built early of the 12th century as a Hindu temple, but some carvings depict Buddhist motifs. Its primary material is sandstone and it is largely unrestored, with trees and thick brush thriving amidst its towers and courtyards and many of its stones lying in great heaps, make the temple become the famost adventure and photoes shooting memory.

After your visiting, drive back to your hotel.