Phnom Chisor Travel Guide
Although not the most famous or impressive temple in Cambodia, Phnom Chisor dates back to the Angkorian era and its location high on a hillside offers good views of the surrounding countryside.
- Worth It?
- Only if you've already explored the Angkor Wat complex and have time to kill.
- What to Do
- wander around the temple, enjoy the view from the top of the hill.
- Best Time to Go
- the coolest months to visit are December and January.
- How Long?
- An hour or two is plenty of time to explore the temple.
Located in Takeo Province, the inscriptions on Phnom Chisor date back to the 11th century. Make sure you visit the temple either early in the morning or late in the afternoon as climbing the hill in the heat can drain your energy in minutes.
Phnom Chisor is made from laterite and brick and has carved sandstone lintels. Worth close inspection are the temple's wooden doors, which are carved with images of people standing on pigs.
Travel to Phnom Chisor - Getting There
Phnom Chisor is located 60kms south of Phnom Penh and the best way to get here is to take a bus from the city toward Takeo and get off at the exit from National Highway 2. The nearest international airport is at Phnom Penh, where connections to regional capitals are available.
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