Wat Banan Temple

Address: Phnom Banan (Wat Banan), near Battambang province, Cambodia

Admission: Small local entrance donation or fee may apply (confirm at site)

Wat Banan is a Khmer temple ruin on a low hill in Battambang province, Cambodia, notable for its surviving cluster of stone towers and classical Khmer architecture. The site stands above the surrounding countryside and is visible from nearby roads.

The stepped approach to the hilltop ruin and the compact group of stone towers and later restoration work that preserves the temple form. The site attracts visitors for short visits and regional cultural tours. There is limited visitor infrastructure at the temple itself.

The temple was built in the Angkorian period as a Hindu-Buddhist temple complex and has undergone periods of decay and partial restoration. Its hilltop location and tower grouping reflect Khmer religious architecture adapted to the local landscape.

Located in Battambang province in northwest Cambodia, the temple sits on a small hill surrounded by agricultural land, a short drive from the city of Battambang.

• Hilltop towers: The temple sits on a low hill and retains a grouping of towers that are visible across surrounding rice fields, making it a prominent local landmark.

Wat Banan is about 20-30 minutes by car from Battambang town center. Local taxis, tuk-tuks, or motorbike hires are commonly used to reach the temple; the route is a short rural drive followed by a climb up the temple steps.

• Arrive before late afternoon for the best light on the hilltop terraces and for cooler climbing conditions.
• Wear sturdy shoes; the stairways and paths are irregular and can be steep.
• Combine the visit with downtown Battambang or the bamboo train for a fuller day of region history and quirky local travels.