Krol Romeas

Ruins
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Krol Romeas essentials

Country: Cambodia
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Riels (៛)
Language: Khmer
Emergency: 117

Krol Romeas at a Glance

About Krol Romeas

Krol Romeas is a small 9th-century structure that survives in a deep state of ruin atop Phnom Kulen, the sacred mountain outside Siem Reap where every Khmer king from Jayavarman II onward underwent the devaraja consecration. Jayavarman II centred his kingdom here for some years, and the site sits close to where his royal palace once stood.

Unusually, Krol Romeas was built of sandstone rather than the brick used for most minor temples of its day; stone was normally reserved for religious buildings and bridges, which has fed a long-standing rumour that it was in fact a brothel rather than a temple. Evidence suggests wooden structures once stood alongside it, though the timber has long since rotted away. Few travellers make the trip, given its small size, remote setting and uncertain history, but it rewards those seeking wide views and an escape from the crowds at Angkor Wat.

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Krol Romeas

Best visited in the cool, dry months (November-February) when temperatures and humidity are lower and outdoor exploration is easiest.

Cool, dry season
Nov-Feb · ~21-32°C
Dry, more comfortable temperatures and lower humidity - the most pleasant time to visit outdoor ruins and walk between sites; this is peak tourist season so expect more visitors.
Hot season
Mar-May · ~30-38°C
Very hot and humid at midday; plan visits early morning or late afternoon to avoid the worst heat.
Monsoon season
May-Oct · ~24-33°C
Frequent heavy rains and higher humidity; some unpaved paths can become muddy or temporarily flooded, and boat/road access in low areas may be affected.

Weather & Climate near Krol Romeas

Climate

Krol Romeas's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 19°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1316 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 76 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 19° - 30° 24° 1 mm some cloud 57% 1.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
February Ideal 21° - 32° 27° 5 mm mostly sunny 53% 1.4 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
March Excellent 23° - 34° 30° 23 mm partly cloudy 57% 1.3 m/s 2.0 very high 11.9h
April Very Good 25° - 35° 33° 60 mm partly cloudy 65% 1.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
May Good 25° - 33° 33° 139 mm overcast 75% 1.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.6h
June Acceptable 24° - 32° 33° 168 mm overcast 82% 1.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.8h
July Acceptable 24° - 31° 32° 185 mm overcast 85% 1.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.7h
August Acceptable 24° - 31° 32° 185 mm overcast 86% 1.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
September Acceptable 24° - 31° 31° 269 mm overcast 87% 1.2 m/s 2.0 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 23° - 30° 27° 193 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
November Excellent 21° - 30° 26° 77 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.4 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
December Ideal 19° - 30° 24° 11 mm some cloud 65% 1.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Krol Romeas

Krol Romeas sits in the Angkor/Siem Reap area. From Siem Reap town centre you can reach the Angkor temple circuit by tuk‑tuk, taxi or bicycle; typical tuk‑tuk rides to temples in the park take around 10-20 minutes (roughly 5-8 km depending on which temple you visit). Visitors enter via the Angkor Archaeological Park roads and then walk a short distance from the roadside parking to the ruins.