Angkor Cycling Hidden Trails

PRASAT ANGKOR WAT is the largest and most famous Khmer temple, built in the 12th century, between 1113 -1150, during the reign of Suryavarman II. Standing 65 meters high, the temple is surrounded by a large moat [Ko Tek]. The exterior and interior walls are covered with amazing base-reliefs.

South gate of Angkor Thom along with a bridge of statues of gods and demons. Two rows of figures each carry the body of seven-headed naga. This gate is the polpular and you can take your wonderful photos as your amazing memorie.

PRASAT BAYON or ANGKOR THOM is a Buddhist style temple built in late 12th/early 13th century by Jayavarnam VII. Bayon has 54 towers representing the 54 provinces before and during the Khmer empire. There are over 200 smiling faces carved on the 54 towers. Bayon was a thriving capital but unfortunately was damaged in 1811 by Cham invaders.

The Khmoch Gate, also known as the Gate of the Dead, holds immense historical significance in the mesmerizing ancient city of Angkor Thom. Built during the reign of King Jayavarman VII in the 12th century, Angkor Thom was a thriving metropolis of the Khmer Empire and served as its capital. This gate not many tourists know this amazing area only guide can take you there to visit. Also you will continue cycling throught this gate and jungle.

Chau Say Tevoda is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia. It is just east of Angkor Thom, directly south of Thommanon across the Victory Way. Built in the mid-12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat period.

Ta Nei is a late 12th century stone temple in Angkor, Cambodia. Built during the reign of King Jayavarman VII, it is near the northwest corner of the East Baray, a large holy reservoir. It was dedicated to the Buddha. The temple lost in the middle of jungle and recommend you to visit. It's quiet temple and you hear many birds' voice you'll feel deep romantic with nature. Don't miss your great chance to visit this temple.

PRASAT TA PROMH, built in late 12th century by Jayavarman VII was dedicated in 1186 to his mother. Originally this temple had a Buddhist background but later was converted to Hindu so some Buddhist galleries were destroyed and replaced by Hindu symbols such as Yoni and Lingam. Its location is 1.5kms from Bayon through the Victory Gate. Ta Promh is famous for the trees (called “Spung”) growing strongly up, on and over the sandstone block walls.

Finish points at Prasat Promh after visiting we’ll take a remork or car to restaurants nearby to some lunch and then head to back hotel.