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    Last verified: March 8, 2026by Cambodia Heritage Team · Archaeology & Heritage Contributors
    Prasat Yeay Peau (ប្រាសាទយាយពៅ) — Cambodia Temple Guide 2026
    A small, atmospheric laterite temple near Tonle Bati — associated with a local legend about a grandmother spirit.
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    🛕 Prasat Yeay Peau

    ប្រាសាទយាយពៅ

    Also known as: Yeay Peau

    Province

    Takeo

    Era

    Classical Angkorian

    Difficulty

    🟢 Easy

    Crowds

    😌 Low Crowds

    Key Facts

    Built: 11th century

    Religion: Hindu

    Entry Fee: $3 (included with Ta Prohm Tonle Bati)

    Time Needed: 10–15 minutes

    A small, atmospheric laterite temple near Tonle Bati — associated with a local legend about a grandmother spirit.

    Prasat Yeay Peau is a small laterite temple located near the Ta Prohm temple at Tonle Bati. The name means "Grandmother Peau's Temple" and is associated with a local legend about a grandmother spirit who protects the area. Built in the 11th century, the compact temple features laterite walls with sandstone lintels and a peaceful, tree-shaded setting. The temple is included in the Tonle Bati admission ticket and provides a pleasant complement to the larger Ta Prohm nearby.

    Highlights

    • ✦ Legend of Grandmother Peau
    • ✦ Peaceful tree-shaded setting
    • ✦ Laterite construction
    • ✦ Included with Ta Prohm Tonle Bati ticket

    Best Time to Visit

    Combine with Ta Prohm Tonle Bati visit

    Visitor Tips

    • 💡 Short walk from Ta Prohm Tonle Bati
    • 💡 Admission included with the Ta Prohm ticket
    • 💡 A quick but charming addition to a Tonle Bati visit

    Nearby Temples

    🛕 Ta Prohm (Tonle Bati)🛕 Phnom Chisor
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    11.4250°N, 104.8533°E

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