Phnom Bakheng
Monument · Phnom Bakheng, Siem Reap

Phnom Bakheng

Photo: Satdeep Gill · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Phnom Bakheng is a Hindu temple built on a sandstone hill. It features five towers and serves as an early example of Khmer mountain temple design. The climb to the summit provides a clear outlook across the Angkor complex.

On day 4 of Siem Reap: One Week

Good to know

Tickets
Angkor pass required
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
Late afternoon for sunset
Getting there
Short drive or bicycle ride from central Siem Reap

Itineraries with Phnom Bakheng

Day 4 of Siem Reap: One Week

The Grand Circuit

How Phnom Bakheng fits into a day.
  1. 8:00Preah KhanAngkor
  2. 10:30Neak PeanAngkor
  3. 11:30Ta SomAngkor
  4. 13:00East MebonAngkor
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Phnom Bakheng questions

How do I reach the top of Phnom Bakheng?

A steep path leads up the hill. Elephants are sometimes available for the ascent.

When is Phnom Bakheng open?

Access follows Angkor Archaeological Park hours. Exact times vary by season.

Is Phnom Bakheng crowded?

It draws many visitors near sunset. Arrive earlier to avoid peak times.

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