10 Must-See Temples in Cambodia

The world's largest religious monument and Cambodia's crown jewel. Originally Hindu, now Buddhist, its five towers represent Mount Meru. The sunrise reflection in the western moat is unforgettable.

216 massive stone faces gaze serenely in every direction from 54 Gothic towers. Built by King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century, it's the most photographed temple after Angkor Wat.

The "Tomb Raider temple" where massive silk-cotton trees have consumed the stone ruins. Deliberately left in its found state, it's the most atmospheric temple in the park.

Known as the "Citadel of Women" for its exquisitely intricate pink sandstone carvings. The level of detail here surpasses every other Angkor temple — some call it the Khmer Mona Lisa.

A clifftop temple perched 525m above the Cambodian plain with sweeping views into Thailand. The dramatic setting and remote location make this a once-in-a-lifetime visit.

A massive unrestored temple swallowed by jungle. Think Ta Prohm but bigger, wilder, and with almost no crowds. You'll climb over fallen stones and through dark corridors.

A remote pyramid temple (Prasat Thom) that was briefly the Khmer capital in the 10th century. The 36m-tall step pyramid offers panoramic jungle views from the top.

Pre-Angkorian temples dating to the 6th-7th century — older than Angkor Wat by 500 years. This UNESCO site features octagonal temples unique in Southeast Asia.

One of the largest Khmer temples, featuring rare multi-armed Avalokiteshvara carvings. Almost entirely unvisited, you may have this enormous complex to yourself.

A hilltop temple requiring a 358-step climb, rewarding visitors with panoramic views of the Battambang countryside and wine-growing valleys below.