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Temple of Preah Vihear
Preah Vihear, Cambodia
About
Situated on the edge of a plateau that dominates the plain of Cambodia, the Temple of Preah Vihear is dedicated to Shiva. The Temple is composed of a series of sanctuaries linked by a system of pavements and staircases over an 800 metre long axis and dates back to the first half of the 11th century AD. Nevertheless, its complex history can be traced to the 9th century, when the hermitage was founded. This site is particularly well preserved, mainly due to its remote location. The site is exceptional for the quality of its architecture, which is adapted to the natural environment and the religious function of the temple, as well as for the exceptional quality of its carved stone ornamentation.
Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia
Plan your visit
Hours
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Tourism Cambodia currently lists visits from 08:00 to 16:00. Practical access also depends on mountain transport timing and road control.
Admission
Tourism Cambodia does not clearly expose the current official fee on-page; USD 10 is the most common published visitor reference, with separate mountain transport often charged on top.
Booking
Booking recommended
When to go
- Time of day: Morning, Afternoon
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Indoor + outdoor
What to bring
- comfortable shoes
- modest clothing
Good to know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Guide recommended
- Safety
- Plan for heat, a remote setting, and extra transport logistics from the base area up to the temple zone.
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Planning Preah Vihear
The rest of my Preah Vihear saves, on the city's planning pages.