Private Tour to Banteay Chhmar Temple
Description
This late 12th – early 13th century Buddhist temple is located in the northwest corner of Cambodia's Banteay Meanchay province and only 20km from the Thai border. It is one of the largest temple-city complexes built by a Khmer king. The temple is in a bad state of preservation as no restoration efforts were conducted here in the 20th century. The layout resembles Angkor Thom and other structures attributed to Jayavarman VII. The outer gallery is carved with bas-relief depicting military engagements and daily life scenes very similar to the well known ones in Bayon. Travelling to Banteay Chhmar takes a little effort but this should not deter you. The temple sees very few visitors mainly due to its remote location and this will earn you the well deserved bragging explorer's rights.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We are going to pick up you and transfer by a comfortable van with A/C. This takes some 2 hours to reach the enchanting structures hiding in the jungle surrounded by moat. Travelling to Banteay Chhmar takes a little effort but this should not deter you. The temple sees very few visitors mainly due to its remote location and this will earn you the well deserved bragging explorer's rights. If time permitted, we go further to visit Prasat Banteay Toap. On the way back, we can pause to get briefings about the Ancient Bridge namely Spean Toap meaning Soldier Bridge in English.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We are going to pick up you at the lobby of hotel where you are staying. Please give us the address and name of hotel.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1)
The guide was so kind and knows well about the temples. We enjoyed the tour. The explanation during the transportation was a little bit long. The explanation within 10n minutes or so would be better.
