Phnom Kulen Mountain Day Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

Depart your hotel head to Phnom Kulen, regarded as the birthplace of the Khmer Empire. Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside to the base of Phnom Kulen, then continue to the summit of the mountain. First, visit Pradak village and see how locals make a famous traditional steamed palm cake. Next, spend about 40 minutes at the “Amazing Cliff” viewpoint on Phnom Kulen. Continue to the River of a Thousand Siva Lingas and spend 30 minutes walking along the riverside. View hundreds of Siva Lingas carved into the sandstone riverbed. Then, move to a 16th-century Buddhist monastery (Phra Ang Thom), where King Jayavaraman II declared the Khmer Empire in 802 AD. A short climb up a stone staircase leads you to a 17-meter reclining Buddha with views across the countryside. Explore nearby winding jungle paths and see traditional Khmer healers plying their trade and selling Buddhist icons. Next, trek to the waterfall, where you can swim and relax.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   Pass by

   Preah Dak Village is a famous and popular place for local market of objects and arts. Visitors can discover beautiful places and natural life. The village is well-known as Khmer Noodle Village and Palm Sugar Producing village. It is one of the popular tourist spots in Siem Reap destination.

2. 2

   Poeng Ta Kho (amazing Cliff)

   50 min

   The “Amazing Cliff” viewpoint on Phnom Kulen certainly lives up to its name. The alien landscape formed by the smooth orange rock formations contrasts strongly with the green of the surrounding jungle

3. 3

   1000 Lingas

   50 min

   Visit the River of 1000 Lingas, you will see hundreds of lingas carved into the sandstone river-bed. It is said that King JayavaramanII bathed in these waters and believed that the waters were holy.

4. 4

   Preah Ang Thom pagoda

   2 hours

   Phnom Kulen has major symbolic importance for Cambodia as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire, for it was at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 802 AD. Half an hour drive to the summit of the Koulen Mountain. Visit the 16th century Buddist Temple (Phra Ang Tho), and it was here that King Jayavaraman II declared independence from Java in 802AD

5. 5

   Phnom Kulen Waterfall

   1 hour

   Kulen water Falls, located in Phnom Kulen National Park in Cambodia, Surrounded by lush greenery, the waterfall cascades into a clear pool, It’s also a sacred site, often visited for its spiritual significance. The serene atmosphere and scenic beauty make Kulen Falls a great spot for nature lovers

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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