Banteay Srey Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia


Banteay Srey Temple, Siem Riep, Cambodia

Date of Contruction: Late 10th Century C.E
Religious Affiliation: Hinduism
Patron of King: RAJENDRAVARMAN
Artistic/Archeo. Style: Bantey Srey
Location: North of Siem Reap Town (25kms).

- Banteay Srey Temple – Citadel of beauty or women. Banteay Srey, as it is known by Khmer people, was originally called Isvarapura.The temple was rediscovered in 1914.

- Banteay Srey displays some of classical Khmer art. The charming point of this temple lies in its remarkable state of preservation, small size , pink sandstone construction, deep and intricate carvings of Angkorian temple.

- Recently, the road have been repaired and it takes about 35 minutes from Siem Reap town to reach there. The best time to visiting is before 10:30 AM and after 2:00PM.

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