Banteay Chhmar

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Banteay Chhmar
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“Banteay Chhmar is an urban centre from the Angkorian period, situated in the northwest Cambodian province Banteay Meanchey, near to the Dangrek Mountains and the border of Thailand.5 Thought to be a military centre or fortress, Banteay Chhmar is best known for the sandstone temples, Bayon style and…”
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National GeographicApr 3, 2024

These hidden temples in Cambodia will take you off the beaten path

Avoid the crowds at these lesser known alternatives to Angkor Wat—which include Cambodia’s newest addition to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Temples such as Sambor Prei Kuk, a UNESCO-designated site, ...

remote 12th-century site with extensive primary temple

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  • Banteay ChhmarSightremote 12th-century site with extensive primary temple
  • Banteay Chhmar Community-Based Tourism groupPlaceoffers off-the-beaten-path tours to satellite temples
  • Elsewhere
  • Angkor WatSightSiem Reap, Cambodia900-year-old temple complex, appears on nation's flag
  • Beng MealeaSightSiem Reap, Cambodia12th-century Hindu complex built in Angkor Wat style
  • Koh KerSightSiem Reap, Cambodiaformer capital with Cambodia's largest pyramid
  • Sambor Prei KukAttractionKampong Thom, Cambodiaover 180 brick temples in dense forest
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