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Private One Day Exploration at Thousands of Linga, Kbal Spean and Lady Temple
This active full-day tour focuses on the sacred landscapes of the Kulen Hills and outer Angkor area, combining an uphill nature walk with fine sandstone relief carvings and a peace
Full Description
We pick up you at the lobby of hotel and transfer to visit an Angkorian era archaeological site on the southwest slopes of the Kulen Hills to the northeast of Angkor. It is situated along a 150m stretch of the Stung Kbal Spean River, 25 kilometres from the main Angkor group of monuments. The site consists of a series of stone carvings in sandstone formations carved in the river bed and banks. It is commonly known as the “Valley of a 1000 Lingas” or “The River of a Thousand Lingas”. The motifs for stone carvings are mainly myriads of lingams (phallic symbol of Hindu god Shiva), depicted as neatly arranged bumps that cover the surface of a sandstone bed rock, and lingam-yoni designs. There are also various Hindu mythological motifs, including depictions of the gods Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma, Lakshmi,Rama, and Hanuman, as well as animals (cows and frogs). On the way back, we visit the pink sandstone construction temple built by king Rajendravarman V in late 10th century. Walls of Banteay Srei temple its self are densely covered with some of the most beautiful, deep and intricate carving of any Angkorian Temple. In the afternoon, we explore Banteay Samre temple located east of the East Baray. Built under Suryavarman II and Yasovarman II in the early 12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat style. Return to Siem Reap and drop off.
Highlights
- Explore carvings in sandstone formations carved in the river bed and banks.
- Learn the depictions of the gods Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma, Lakshmi,Rama, and Hanuman, as well as animals (cows and frogs).
- Hike up through the serenity and peaceful jungle to the waterfall.
- Explore the pink sandstone construction temple built by king Rajendravarman V in late 10th century.
- Explore Banteay Samre temple located east of the East Baray.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Know Before You Go
- We offer free pick up and drop off at your hotel. Please provide us the name and address of hotel where you are staying. Our tour guide and driver will meet and welcome you at your hotel lobby.
- Pass Requirement All three sites are covered by the standard Angkor Pass (1-Day: $37 USD / 3-Day: $62 USD)
- Site Entry Cut-Off Kbal Spean closes entry at 3:00 PM due to the jungle walk (morning visit recommended)
- Fitness & Footwear Moderate fitness required for the 45-minute uphill walk; sturdy hiking shoes recommended
- Dress Code Covered shoulders and knees are strictly enforced for entering temple areas
Cancellation Policy
Standard cancellation policy with tiered refunds based on cancellation time.
- 100% Refund — Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity and receive a full refund.
This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to bad weather, a full refund will be provided.
What to Bring
- Some Cash for personal expense
- Hand Sanitizing Gel
- Sun Cream & Mosquito Repellent
- Hat & Sunglasses
- Power bank & Charger, Camera or Phone
- Daily Medicine
Itinerary
Pick up you at your hotel and transfer to Kbal Spean, an Angkorian era archaeological site on the southwest slopes of the Kulen Hills to the northeast of Angkor. It is situated along a 150m stretch of the Stung Kbal Spean River, 25 kilometres from the main Angkor group of monuments. The site consists of a series of stone carvings in sandstone formations carved in the river bed and banks. It is commonly known as the "Valley of a 1000 Lingas" or "The River of a Thousand Lingas". The motifs for stone carvings are mainly myriads of lingams (phallic symbol of Hindu god Shiva), depicted as neatly arranged bumps that cover the surface of a sandstone bed rock, and lingam-yoni designs. There are also various Hindu mythological motifs, including depictions of the gods Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma, Lakshmi,Rama, and Hanuman, as well as animals (cows and frogs).
Then, we visit Banteay Srei, the pink sandstone construction temple build by king Rajendravarman V in late 10th century. Walls of Banteay Srei temple its self are densely covered with some of the most beautiful, deep and intricate carving of any Angkorian Temple.
Next, we go to visit Banteay Samre, a temple located east of the East Baray. Built under Suryavarman II and Yasovarman II in the early 12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat style. Return to hotel and drop off.
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