🛕 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
11.4250°N, 104.8533°E
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