Phnom Bakheng

Getting There - This temple is strategically located in proximity to the most famous Angkor Wat Temple. Since this is one of the few temples that opens at 5 in the morning we went to explore this temple directly after watching the sunset at the Northern Reflexion pound of Angkor Wat. The walk up to the temple takes between 10-20 minutes depending on your fitness level. I recommend you to hike up early in the morning. otherwise it will be very hot and sunny on the path up to the mountain where the temple is Attractions - The main attraction is the view on Angkor Wat from there Hotels - Food & Restaurants - Shopping -

#bucketlistreboot Phnom Bakheng was built by King Yasovarman at the end of the 9th century, more than two hundred years before Angkor Wat. Phnom Bakheng is located around 400 metres away from Angkor Thom, the temple is dedicated to Shiva. To reach there, you need to walk up on a winding path for around 15 minutes, you will reach the foot of the temple. At the end of the path, there are some wooden steep stairs to climb to the top. The temple was built as a temple mountain. There are seven tiers with many towers and sanctuaries to explore. The most popular reason for you to visit is to see the sunset, the view from the temple top is equally amazing.

Getting There - Yes Attractions - Sunset and Sunrise Hotels - Yes in Town Food & Restaurants - Yes Shopping - Yes Phnom Bakheng is located in Siem Reap, Cambodia which is around 9km from Siem Reap town. it is famous for sunset and sunrise when the tourists come to visit Cambodia. Last time we need to line up the temple and limited only 100 people per visit cause the temple is on the top of mountain. the golden hour is great when it is sunset to see the Angkor Wat temple become golden colour. you can witness yourself and don’t miss out even you need to line up a bit to see the great views. welcome Siem Reap, Cambodia

Phnom Bakheng, Siem Reap - Cambodia: This is a beautiful place that we climb up the mountain in an early morning to see the sun rise. The sunrise view is truely stunning indeed and we enjoy taking a photo there so much.

Bakken Temple | Angkor appreciates the commanding heights of the sunset Bakken Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in the Angkor monuments of Cambodia. It was a temple built on the Bakken Mountain after the King Angkor Dynasty in the 9th century. Bakken Mountain is a hill 1.5 km northwest of Angkor Wat. It is about 70 meters high and is the only commanding height in the vicinity. On the west side of the mountain is the open West Pond, and in the southeast jungle is Angkor Wat. From the top of Bakken, you can admire the Angkor Wat. Outside the Bakken Temple, there is a rectangular dam with a length of 650 meters and a width of 436 meters. It may be that the waterproof project of the old building of Rolos is used in the new building. Surrounded by gullies, the Bakken Mountain symbolizes the mysterious sea of Mount Meru, which surrounds the heart of the world in Hindu mythology. The Bakken Temple is built on a flat mountaintop.

Bakken Mountain is also known as the Three Sacred Mountains of Angkor along with Lichee Mountain and Boke Mountain. The Bakken Temple on the mountain is a temple built by Jess in the center of the capital. Using the natural hills about 60 meters high, I built a steep pilgrimage road. After a little visit to the pilgrimage site, I can see the platform-like plaza, while the Bakken Temple is above the square. It is worth noting that the estimate on the hillside is demanding clothing. The clothes can't be strapless, the skirts have to go over the knees, because the skirts worn by the little friends are not blocked, the wits are ice sleeves. On the knee, the management thought that it was acceptable to let us go. More importantly, if you want to see the sunset on the Bakken Mountain, you must climb to the top. If you don't give it to the top at 17:30 every day, the administrator will pull the rope and not enter. In addition, even if you come up before 17:30, you don't necessarily have to climb to the top, because only 300 places can watch the sunrise on the top of Bakken every day. After the summit, the management will issue the listing and the listing will be pulled up. rope. Therefore, if you want to watch the sunset on the Bakken Mountain, you will have to go up the mountain at 16:00. Unfortunately, we climbed to the top and waited for a long time to wait for the sunset, but waited for a sudden heavy rain. This is a regrettable point of the trip to Siem Reap. We could not see the sunset on the Bakken Mountain.

Bakheng Temple (Phnom Temple) is located northwest of Angkor Wat and is a Hindu temple in the form of a pyramid. The temple's height dominates all other buildings of the Angkor monuments and is the most popular spot in the area for watching the sunset. Every sunset, the western side of the top tier of Bakheng Temple is always crowded with tourists coming to watch the sunset. Bakheng Temple was built by Yasovarman I between 889 and 910 AD. In 893, Yasovarman I established the capital of the Angkor dynasty next to Bakheng Mountain and subsequently built the royal temple of Bakheng Temple on the mountain in 889. Although Bakheng Temple is only 67 meters high, it offers a very broad view, overlooking the entire face of Angkor. Bakheng Temple is established on a flat mountaintop, below which are five steep tiers of the base, each 15 meters high and square in shape. Each tier has ten stone steps, but the area decreases with each level, from 76 meters on each side at the bottom to only 47 meters at the top. The closer to the summit, the steeper the steps become, and eventually, you'll find that with each step you take, about half of your back foot is hanging in the air. At the summit, there are five towers, located in the center and four corners, symbolizing the five peaks of Mount Meru. However, if you pay close attention along the way, you'll find that these towers are everywhere, distributed at every corner of each tier, totaling 108, representing the sum of the cosmic order in Hinduism. There are two ways to climb Bakheng Mountain. Besides walking up the mountain, the other option is to ride an elephant, but the cost is not cheap, charging 10 to 15 US dollars for a one-way trip up or down the mountain. However, due to elephant protection, riding elephants up the mountain is not recommended here. Walking up the mountain is not too difficult; the old trail has been closed due to disrepair, and now tourists can take a newly opened trail to reach the base of Bakheng Mountain in 15 minutes. The road is flat and surrounded by birds and flowers, which is also a nice experience. At the base of Bakheng Mountain, to continue climbing to Bakheng Temple, you must first queue up here to get a Temple Pass. Since Bakheng Mountain has a total control limit of 300 people, but too many tourists love to come here to watch the sunset, if you don't arrive early in the morning to queue at the base, you may only be able to sigh at the sunset. It is generally recommended that if you want to catch the sunset before six o'clock, you should be prepared to arrive at the entrance around four o'clock. Otherwise, once the Temple Passes are distributed, you can only climb the mountain after someone comes down (since everyone is here to watch the sunset, someone coming down means the sunset is over). In addition, Bakheng Mountain is open from 7 AM to 6 PM, but control starts at 5:30 PM, and the Bakheng Temple at the summit is not allowed to enter, and visitors must start descending in an orderly manner. So if you arrive too late, you may only make a wasted trip to the summit. As the time for sunset approaches, the sun begins to slowly sink in the west, and the afterglow spills over the distant Tonle Sap Lake and the jungle where the Angkor Wat monuments are located. Paired with egg-yolk-colored clouds, it forms a gorgeous sunset scene. It is said that the sunset at Bakheng Mountain is rated as one of the top ten most beautiful sunsets in the world, definitely a place not to be missed. Additionally, since Bakheng Temple has a 360-degree view, if you don't want to squeeze with others at Angkor Wat, this is also a good choice for watching the sunrise. Ticket Price: General admission ticket for the scenic area, one-day ticket 37 US dollars, three-day ticket 62 US dollars, seven-day ticket 72 US dollars Opening Hours: 7:30 AM to 6 PM Address: Angkor Archaeological Park, Krong Siem Reap, Kingdom of Cambodia

#2024wish Recently, I embarked on a journey to explore the captivating Phnom Bakheng Temple nestled in the enchanting Siem Reap Province. This architectural marvel not only offers breathtaking vistas but also serves as a testament to Cambodia's rich ancient history. The sheer beauty and intricate craftsmanship of the temple left me awe-inspired, filling me with an overwhelming sense of excitement as I marveled at the splendid artistry and remarkable construction techniques employed in its creation. Phnom Bakheng Temple is a Hindu temple originally designed as a mountain temple devoted to Shiva, holds great historical significance as it was once considered the main temple of the Angkor region. During its prime, it served as the focal point of a newly established capital, constructed by Yasovarman after relocating the court from the previous capital, Hariharalaya, situated in the southeastern Roluos area. Perched on top of a hill, Phnom Bakheng offers visitors a captivating experience, particularly during sunset, making it a highly sought-after destination. Its strategic location provides breathtaking panoramic views of the sprawling Angkor Wat temple, which lies amidst the dense jungle approximately 1.5km southeast of Phnom Bakheng. When you visit Cambodia, you will find a destination that adds significance to your travels and leaves a lasting impression. It is a place that creates memorable experiences and meaningful memories. I have set my sights on revisiting this remarkable place in 2024. #phnombakheng #historicallandmarks #mytravelhacks #localguides #ancienttemples

Come and enjoy the best spectacular sunset view at the top of Bakheng Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia. This is the beautiful to catch the sunset view and you can also see the whole of Angkor Wat temple from this mountain. When the sun start to down for the high cloud, the whole sandstone temple become golden temple and it’s the most beautiful view where you can see the sunset and golden temple combined in one place.#cambodia #Siem Reap #Bakheng Temple #Bakheng Temple #ប្រាសាទភ្នំបាខែង #សៀមរាប #កម្ពុជា #អង្គរ #Angkor

#wecreate 📍Location: Angkor Archaeological Park, Krong Siem Reap 17000, Cambodia. ⭐ Highlights: You can experience very magical moments throughout the Angkor complex, one of them is watching the sunset from Phnom Bakheng. Phnom Bakheng is a temple mountain in honor of the Hindu god Shiva. It is one of the oldest temples in Angkor Archeological Park. To watch the sunset, you can take a 20 minute easy hike to the top. It can get crowded at times, so be there before 17:30. As a bonus, you'll also get to see the Angkor Wat complex from a high elevation distance. Check out my 3rd picture! 😍 Tip: If you buy the Angkor 1-day pass after 17:00 in the afternoon, you can enter the park for free to watch this sunset, then visit the other Angkor temples the next day! 👍 Rating: 8/10. Majestic views of an ancient historical site, but the crowds were just too overwhelming on a weekend. #angkor #phnombakheng #cambodia #siemreap #awesomepic #sunset

How can I miss the sunset of Bakken Mountain in Angkor Wat Bakken Mountain is not far from the Little Angkor Temple, come here to see the sunset is a must-have for the trip to Angkor Wat, because Bakken is The only commanding height in the vicinity, from the top of Bakken, you can admire the large scenery of Angkor Wat. Of course, more and more tourists are gathering here, so there are time limits and control measures, 5 pm