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Sambor Prei Kuk

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Sambor Prei Kuk
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“Sambor Prei Kuk (Isanapura) is an archaeological site in Cambodia located in Kampong Thom Province, 30 km (19 mi) north of Kampong Thom, the provincial capital, 176 km (109 mi) east of Angkor and 206 km (128 mi) north of Phnom Penh. The now ruined complex dates back to the Pre-Angkorian Chenla…”
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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, ...

over 180 brick temples in dense forest

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  • Sambor Prei KukAttractionover 180 brick temples in dense forest
  • 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
  • Banteay ChhmarSightBanteay Meanchey, Cambodiaremote 12th-century site with extensive primary temple
  • Banteay Chhmar Community-Based Tourism groupPlaceBanteay Meanchey, Cambodiaoffers off-the-beaten-path tours to satellite temples
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