Prasat Preah Vihear

Cambodia Preah Vihear
Prasat Preah Vihear
Prasat Preah Vihear
Prasat Preah Vihear
Prasat Preah Vihear
Prasat Preah Vihear
Prasat Preah Vihear
/
4.6
$10 From

Prasat Preah Vihear is an ancient Khmer Hindu temple located on the border between Cambodia and Thailand. The ownership of this temple has been disputed between the two countries, but it is currently under the actual jurisdiction of Cambodia's Preah Vihear Province. In 2008, the temple was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The history of Prasat Preah Vihear dates back to the 9th century, commissioned by the monarchs of the Khmer Empire and built between the mid-10th and early 12th centuries. Perched on a 550-meter-high cliff, it overlooks the entire Cambodian plain. Due to its remote location and challenging terrain, Prasat Preah Vihear is remarkably well-preserved. Its architectural style is similar to Angkor Wat. This ancient temple site spans 800 meters in length and 400 meters in width across the cliff face, with long staircases on all four sides. The temple has four levels with four courtyards, each level featuring gates and walls, reflecting the unique architectural style of the Angkor dynasty period. The World Heritage Committee noted that Prasat Preah Vihear has an excellent location, with its architecture fully integrated into the natural landscape and religious function, and the exquisite stone carvings within the temple are treasures of ancient civilization.

Suggested Duration: 2-3 Hours
Cultural Heritage

Reviews (24 Reviews)

林和孝

林和孝

JA
2025-01-03

素晴らしい景色でした。\nまた、世界遺産登録後のタイ王国との紛争の経緯や、今も常駐されているカンボジア人の方々がいるといった話をガイドさんにしていただき、考えさせられるものがありました。

PAUL RATHA YEM

PAUL RATHA YEM

English
2024-12-10

The most iconic ancient temples of Cambodia. 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.

t yosh

t yosh

JA
2024-09-09

国境近くの遺跡なのでアクセスは悪いですが、4段構えの遺跡で面白いです。頂上から遥か遠くまで見渡せる眺望は素晴らしいです。スケジュールに余裕のある方は是非訪ねてみて下さい♪

Camboya Tour Español

Camboya Tour Español

ES
2023-12-21

Se llama templo de Preah Vihear\nEste templo fue construido por el rey de Yosovarman I( 889-900 D,J,C)

Peter Bae

Peter Bae

KO
2023-08-25

Preah Vihear 사원은 캄보디아 고유의 영토이며, 캄보디아의 사원입니다.

Location

Book Now

Information

  • Country: Cambodia
  • Region: Preah Vihear
  • Type: Cultural Heritage

You Might Also Like