Wat Banan, Buddhist temple and archaeological site near Sangkaè River, Cambodia
Five stone towers stand at the summit of a mountain, reached by climbing 368 steps flanked by ancient stone lions and nagas.
King Udayadityavarman II constructed this temple during the 11th century as a place for military prayers before and after battles.
The temple contains multiple Buddhist sculptures within its towers, though some were altered during religious transformations in the 12th century.
Located at coordinates 12.951092, 103.139777 in Battambang Province, the temple remains active with vendors offering religious items near the entrance.
Two rectangular water basins mark the beginning of a long avenue leading to the temple mountain, where frangipani trees grow at the top.
Location: Battambang Province
GPS coordinates: 12.95109,103.13978
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:28
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