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Preah Khan

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Ranked #10 of 89 attractions in Siem Reap
Type: Ancient Ruins
Activities: Biking
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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

I have taken a look at the photos that previous reviewers have attached for this temple and none of them contain images of the circular columns. According to our tour guide, this is the only temple with circular columns (see my photos). Also, as others have stated, there are massive trees that are similar to those in Ta Prohm.

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Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Preah Khan has been left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins. There is a stupa inside with direct sunlight

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Bangkok, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This large temple is located on the 'big circuit' outside the inner cities. It was built in the late 12th century by Jayavarman VII. It is not only a temple but funtioned as a monastery and Buddhist teaching centre. It is a wonderful place to explore with surprises around many corners that make you feel like an explorer finding an... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We visited this temple around 10.30am and noticed that there wasn't a crowd, hence we got to explore the temple at our own pace and serenely. I guess Preah Khan is not a top crowd favourite. The temple has elements of Ta Phrom, Bayon and I particularly liked their archways. Recommended :)

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Rotherham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

This temple is much quieter than the other big temples as most of the big tour groups don't come here,like Ta prohm it has lots of trees growing through the ruins and lots of areas that have collapsed.the two story library is a unique feature of this temple.I found this temple so peaceful and calming I could sit there quiet... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Preah Khan temple is one of top 3 favourites of the 7 temples we had time to experience with 3 young children. My wife stopped shortly after entry to sit and draw with the kids while I explored the amazing temple complex without wonderful guide Mr Hang Borey. Well worth a visit

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

This temple is on the "bigger tour" that some tour companies offer and as a result, it's much quieter. We were here early in the morning around 8 and there were not many people. There are lots of trees grown around the buildings and unlike the other one which is similar (ta prohm I believe) this one has not got... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Historical temples full of stories. Get a good guide and you will have a lot of fun time exploring the building.

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

An old Buddhist temple situated in a walled enclosure, which was once a busy city and surrounded by a moat. Perhaps it was just the compact design or the amazing carvings and statues that are everywhere. The massive structure, the terraces and the remaining galleries give such a regal appearance, the whole complex still seems alive. You enter the complex... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Really nice spot. Also has some of the jungle trees strangling the temple but wihtout the hoards of tourists trying to get the Lara Croft type photos. Slowly being rebuilt a lot of rubble but a really nice temple to see all the same

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