Sarawan Pagoda is a charming Buddhist temple that sees few visitors, and therefore is worth visiting if you are looking for a quiet temple complex to meditate or have an appreciation of temple architecture.
Although Sarawan Pagoda has not undergone restoration, the temple its still in good condition and exudes a simple and traditional atmosphere, featuring various Buddha images in its main vihara and a number of colorful ancillary buildings.
Getting There#
Sarawan Pagoda is located several blocks north on the corner of streets 19 and 178 in downtown Phnom Penh. You can walk there if your hotel is nearby, or ask a tuk tuk or motodop driver to take you there.
Need to Know#
- What is It?: A charming and un-touristy Buddhist temple in Phnom Penh.
- When to Go: You can visit the temple at any time during the day, but it is more pleasant during the late afternoon hours
- Nearest Town: Sarawan Pagoda is located in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, which is accessible from many countries by air, or Vietnam by boat or bus.
- Entrance fees: Free