A Journey to Hidden Gems

4:30 AM– Depart from Siem Reap to Preah Vihear is about 4 hours

8:30 AM- Arrive at the Preah Vihear National Park entrance.

9:00 AM– Explore the Preah Vihear temple complex. It is spread out over a large area spent your time to walk on a long walkway, see an architectural elegance, intricate carving, motifs, Hindu mythical depicting, culminating at the central sanctuary with panoramic views, and taking a fresh breath. The views from Preah Vihear are truly spectacular, so be sure to take some time to soak them in. Once you will feel that you are on the aerial palace where the god lives.

11:00 AM- Descent back down to the park entrance, and head to Koh Ker Group. It is a city shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Once a powerful capital in the 10th century, Koh Ker reigned before Angkor Wat rose to prominence. Today, its majestic yet weathered monuments await your exploration, each whispering tales of forgotten battles, ambitious kings, and an empire shrouded in time.

1:00 PM-

2:00 PM– explore the temple in Koh Ker Group:

Prasat Pram is a captivating temple hidden amongst strangler fig trees. Built in the early 10th century and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Prasat Neang Khmao is a fascinating ancient temple, and it holds its own unique charm and historical significance. Prasat Krahom, adorned with exquisite lintels depicting mythical scenes. Prasat Thom, Ascend the seven tiers of this colossal pyramid, a unique blend of Khmer and Mayan influences, and gaze upon the sprawling jungle canopy, imagining the city teeming with life centuries ago.

Prasat Ling is one of many that were constructed during this period in Koh Ker, which was the capital of the Khmer Empire at the time. Prasat Ling is a simple, single-towered temple with a square floor plan and contains the large linga “The phallic Symbol”. There are not just a few of these temples, many temples you could explore within this ancient city.

5:00 PM– After a full day of exploration, we return to Siem Reap, and your hotel.