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    Sambor Prei Kuk — Cambodia Encyclopedia
    A pre-Angkorian temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 6th–7th century. The ancient capital of the Chenla Empire, older than Angkor by
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    Sambor Prei Kuk

    A pre-Angkorian temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 6th–7th century. The ancient capital of the Chenla Empire, older than Angkor by 400 years.

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    Built: 6th–7th century
    UNESCO: Since 2017
    Temples: 150+ structures
    Location: Kompong Thom
    Best time: Nov–Mar

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