Kbal Spean Banteay Srei And Banteay Samre Tour

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Three places in one day * Kbal Spean: Hiking up hill for 1.5km to see 9th century riverbed carvings of 1000 Shiva Linga and other main Hindu Lords * Banteay Srei temple: It's believed that this temple was built by women because the sandstone was used to build this temple is pink color, small in size and decoration is very intricate. * Banteay Samre temple: One of the most preserved late 12 century temple and the peaceful temple in Angkor site.

We begin with Kbal Spean, about 49km from Siem Reap Town and it is literally means "The head of the River.” It is one of the rivers in 1000 Lingas that made up of unique Lingas. We head further out through rural countryside to the small but beautiful temple of Banteay Srei. This temple is largely built of pink sandstone, a harder rock that can be more elaborately carved and better survives the rigors of time. Not be missed is Banteay Samre: Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor has to offer. We return back to hotel in evening.

Kbal Spean or the River of 1000 Lingams has an intricately carved riverbed deep in the foothills of the Cambodian jungle. It is a unique feeling when visiting Kbal Spean because this secret place is hiding in the forest. We will need to go trekking to reach the site while enjoy the view of nature and wildlife. After lunch, we continue our tour to Banteay Srei, the gemstone of Angkor. The temple was built by red sandstone blocks which is the unique of Banteay Srei. Finally, we will visit Banteay Samre, a 12th century temple which share the similarity of Angkor Wat.

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Put on your walking shoes and discover the Cambodian jungle! Hidden from the beaten track lies Kbal Spean with the “River of Thousand Lingas” and an impressive waterfall. To get to the top of Kbal Spean and appreciate the intricately carved stone river bed you have to conquer a fairly steep incline, but fear not – the path is well worn and the biggest obstacles and boulders are overcome by series of well maintained wooden staircases, yet at least medium level of fitness is required for this 3km jungle walk. On your way back you will visit a small temple of Banteay Srei well known for its beautiful delicate carvings in warm pink sandstone. This late 10th century structure is fairly compact and very different from other Angkorian temples. To round off your day you may also visit Banteay Samre – a larger temple which is often overlooked by tourists and looks gorgeous in late afternoon light.

Take a full day to discover the 1000 lingas at Kbal Spean and the amazing Banteay Srei temple plus up to two other temples. Enjoy comfortable transportation from and to your accommodation and on the tour. If you chose an option with a guide, he will explain the history and culture. We will start our tour at the small and charming Pre Rup temple. Then, we'll go to Kbal Spean which is known as the river of 1000 lingas. Banteay Srei is the next spot and we'll explore this beautiful pink stone temple. If time permit, we can visit Preah Khan temple, known as the holy city of victory.

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This private guided a day tour to discover at Kbal Spean mountain to expand your Angkor experience within its splendor Angkor complex including the enjoyable trek up to the hill of mountain in the national park and waterfall where the river bed of 1000 Linga carving is, continue visiting the popular temple at Banteay Srei and ends your journey by exploring Cambodia Landmine Museum and Banteay Samre temple – Private full day tours from Siem Reap with professional English speaking tour guide – Informative commentary of Cambodia’s past from an insightful personal guide – Travel by private comfortable air-con vehicle

To those who like to explore Angkorian temples for the next following days after visiting Angkor Wat, this private tour would be an ideal for you to go beyond. Definitely, experience hiking up/down Kbal Spean hill toward the riverbed of 1000 lingas, the series of stone rock relief carvings and admired by a small waterfall (wet season only) before resuming witness incredibly carved Banteay Srei with its unrivaled details.

Marvel at the stone rock relief carvings on the river bed and banks at Kbal Spean. Admire the intricate beauty of Banteay Srei temple and two other outlying temples of the Angkor Park. Travel via air-conditioned vehicles leaving you more energy for discovery.

Kbal Spean: Located in the lush forests of the Kulen Hills, approximately 50 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap, Kbal Spean is a unique archaeological site often referred to as the "River of a Thousand Lingas." This remarkable site features intricate carvings and sculptures etched into the riverbed and banks, depicting Hindu deities, animals, and symbols. Banteay Srei is renowned for its detailed and elaborate carvings that cover the walls, lintels, and pediments of the temple. These carvings depict scenes from Hindu mythology, including stories from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as intricate floral and geometric patterns. The craftsmanship is considered some of the finest in Khmer art. Banteay Samre showcases the Angkor Wat architectural style, with a central sanctuary surrounded by gopuras (entrance towers), libraries, and a series of concentric galleries. The temple's layout and design are reminiscent of Angkor Wat, but on a smaller scale.

We are offered a unique private tour to exotic sites such as Kbal Spean, Banteay Srei and Banteay Sam Re to make your trip to Siem Reap Cambodia a wonderful trip one.

Take a full day to discover the 1000 lingas at Kbal Spean and the amazing Banteay Srei temple plus up to two other temples. Enjoy comfortable transportation from and to your accommodation and on the tour. If you chose an option with a guide, he will explain the history and culture. We will start our tour at the small and charming Pre Rup temple. Then, we'll go to Kbal Spean which is known as the river of 1000 lingas. Banteay Srei is the next spot and we'll explore this beautiful pink stone temple. If time permit, we can visit Preah Khan temple, known as the holy city of victory.

These sites are far from Siem Reap City. We combined them to give An opportunity to visitors learn history, believes, culture and Daly life in one day. We don’t think other offer this type of tour.

This tour will start at 8:00 after you have had breakfast and we’ll start the journey to Kbal Spean. Along the way, we’ll stop at Dom Dek market so that you can explore a local market and see how the locals do their grocery shopping! We’ll then continue our journey to visit Kbal Spean – also known as the River of a 100 Lingas. We’ll enjoy the views of the surrounding forests and river before stopping for lunch. After lunch, we’ll go to Banteay Srei temple which is also known as the “Jewel of Angkor” due to it’s unparalleled beauty. On the way back to Siem Reap, we’ll stop at the Cambodian Landmine Museum.

In the morning after breakfast, in the hotel explore Bantey Srei, The Gem of Yajnavaraha. By the 10 century, Khmer architects had made so much progress that they were ready to review their past and indulge in deliberate, sophisticated archaism this temple is often called the jewel of Khmer art. Bantey Srei walls made with unusual pinks color sand stones are densely covered with some of the beautiful deep and instigate carving give it a fairyland ambiance. After visit side of the temple we will continue to Kbal Spean, It’s a 42 km trip north of Siem Reap. 30 minutes uphill trail though the tropical forest you will discover Carved on the stones of Kbal Spean river bed, the deities emerge from the water, symbolizing the liquid primordial chaos that incorporates all form of life. It is an enchanting spot and a walk in the jungle Reveals little by little, once eyes have grown accustomed to the surrounding, the vestiges of a faith…

You are going to visit the river is located on a 150m stretch of the Steung Kbal Spean River which is around 25km from the main group of temples near Angkor Wat. There are also other Hindu mythological motifs including carvings of Hanuman, Lakshmi, Rama, Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma. You will stop for lunch meal, and then you will start the tour with a short journey to Banteay Srei which is a beautiful temple located about 37km outside of Siem Reap town. You'll also have the opportunity to stop at a local community along the way and I will help you to experience the daily life of the locals living there. You can test some palm wine and palm sugar (depending on the season) and try other local products as well. Finally, we return back to Siem Reap town.

This tour includes several sites that many travelers to Cambodia miss because they are off the beaten path. While Angkor Wat steals the limelight, there are many other incredible temples in the Angkor region that are spectacular and impressive in their own right. The stunning carvings along the river at Kbal Spean will leave you in awe, and Banteay Srei is one of the best examples of what the Angkor temples originally looked like when they were built. Beng Mealea, in particular, has been nearly completely reclaimed by the jungle, creating a site of haunting beauty that travelers often have to themselves during their visit. With pick-up at your accommodation and drop-off included, as well as an expert Khmer guide, an air-conditioned minibus, and chilled water, this is the perfect way to experience these lesser-visited sites. As this is a private tour, we’ll be happy to accommodate your preferred start time and tweak the itinerary as needed.

On this tour, you'll go to see the Lady Temple – Banteay Srei. We'll also visit Kbal Spean and the Landmine Museum. This popular tour will take you out of Siem Reap town and into Banteay Srei district. Discover the fascinating and educational Landmine Museum in Siem Reap, where you can learn about Cambodia's history with landmines and the ongoing efforts for their removal. Gain insight into the resilience of the Cambodian people and witness the inspiring stories of survivors. A must-visit for those interested in history, humanitarian efforts, and making a difference.

This tour are very unique and special one because we mainly focus on the attractions in the remotes areas rarely visit by tourists. If you like adventure and quiet temples so these these places ( Beng Mealea, Kbal Spean, Banteay Srei & Banteay Samre ) are your main targets to include for your exploring in Siem Reap. Beng Mealea temple is largely unrestored, with trees and thick brush thriving amidst its towers and courtyards and many of its stones lying in great heaps. Kbal Spean is an adventurous walk trekking roughly one hour to see sculptures of the gods and Lingas carved under the riverbed, the symbol of the God Shiva’s supreme essence. Banteay Srei is the unique temple which built from the pink sandstone in half of 10th century by Hindu King Rajendravarman II for dedicated to trinity Gods in Hindu mainly Shiva. Banteay Samre temples built the same time to Angkor Wat in the early 12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat style.

Full Day Guided tour of Kbal Spean & Banteay Srei: This morning journey north to the Kbal Spean. The original ‘River of a Thousand Lingas’, Kbal Spean is an intricately carved riverbed deep in the foothills of the Cambodian jungle. Continue to Banteay Srei, Angkor’s ultimate art gallery. This petite pink temple is the jewel in the crown of Angkor-era sculpture. The elaborate carvings here are the finest found in Cambodia and the name translates as ‘Fortress of the Women’, thanks to the intricate detail here, considered too fine for the hands of a man.

We designed this day tour for visitors who look for a tour to see 3 famous remote sites in one day. 1. Banteay Srey temple, is known as woman temple. The special charm of this temple lies in its remarkable state of preservation, small size and excellence of decoration. 2. Cheerful hiking up mountain to see the carvings of Hindu Lords on sandstone riverbed. 3. Beng Mealea, this stunning temple has been left to ruins, still jungle took over and remote location away from Siem Reap town. However, after setting eyes on the temple, you’ll understand why it’s worth the trip.