Killing caves of Phnom Sampeau

The limestone caves contain glass-encased displays of human remains and a golden reclining Buddha statue commemorating victims of mass executions.

Between 1975 and 1979, the Khmer Rouge regime used these natural caves as execution sites, where thousands of people were killed and thrown into the depths.

Modern Buddhist temples and prayer sites now occupy spaces near the caves, creating a place for reflection and remembrance of the past events.

Located 11 kilometers southwest of Battambang, visitors reach the caves by climbing 250 meters up the mountain through established pathways and stairs.

At sunset, millions of bats emerge from the cave openings while groups of macaque monkeys inhabit the surrounding mountain slopes.

GPS coordinates: 13.02083,103.09778

Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:20