Tourists call Brasat Thom is Pyramid in Koh ker group temples area. In the middle of a jungle, a couple of hours from Siem Reap. It’s nice view of the pyramid from the entrance, no other buildings blocking your view, very solid construction of the pyramid. And very few visitors which makes it a pleasant experience. Stands a step pyramid temple that affords a view of much of the surrounding area. The climb to the top looks daunting at times, with a wooden staircase along the one side of the temple, but do not fear. Going up the 160 steps is worth it when you see the view from the top.
One of the oldest sites from the Khmer empire, Koh Ker Group Temple stands as a 10th century reminder that this was once the capital city. Due to the age it has been looted over the centuries and the complex as a whole is lacking much of the decorative statues that are seen at other sites. That does nothing to minimise the beauty and grandeur of the imposing pyramid, though.
What You’ll Do
- See seldom-visited Khmer temples in the Cambodian jungle
- Marvel at the tree root-draped temples of Prasat Pram
- Enjoy an in-depth exploration of atmospheric Beng Mealea
What’s Included
- Cool bottled waters & Towels
- English speaking Khmer Driver
- Transportation
What’s Excluded
- Meals or refreshments
- Tips
- Temple entrance fee
What to Expect
- The drive to the lost city of Koh Ker takes just over 2 hours, and passes through pleasant countryside to Beng Mealea village, where you’ll make a brief stop before continuing on to the first temple complex.
- When you arrive you’ll drive on a clockwise circuit around the temples to take advantage of the morning light.
- The first temple you’ll see on this full-day tour is Prasat Pram, with its 5 towers, some of which are draped in tree roots. Prasat Chin, or the Chinese temple, is in a state of ruin and its blackened laterite tower is open to the sky.
- Visit the small reservoir of Andong Preng (the sacred well of oil) before finishing the morning part of the tour at Prasat Thom. See the large moat, the 37-meter-high Prasat Thom pyramid, and numerous thousand-year-old brick temples and shrines.
- Take a break for lunch in the temple area before heading out on the eastern part of the circuit, which features some of the largest temple lingas of the Khmer Empire. Prasat Krachap and Banteay Pichean are surrounded by forest, and you may see birds of prey, including eagles, circling overhead.
- The tour now moves south to the jungle temple of Beng Mealea, situated behind huge walls and dripping with vegetation. Marvel at the huge trees growing out of the ruins. This temple was built 30 years before Angkor Wat, in a similar style and with a similar layout.
- You’ll have time for an in-depth exploration of this temple, taking an unusual route to see parts of this ruins seldom visited. New ramps and steps have made access easier, but in some areas you’ll be scrambling over tumbled blocks, and traversing high walls.
Meeting Point & Start
- From your accommodation
- Start early morning at 8:00am will finish late 3:00pm
Know Before You Go
- The itinerary with a Cambodian tour driver is best suited to experienced photographers who do not require technical support. Your Driver will show you interesting spots at the perfect moment to capture your best photo while avoiding crowds. They will provide appropriate historical and cultural information; however they will not offer photography instruction
Price for Transport
- Car cost $70 ( 1person to 4 people )
- Mini Van cost $90 ( 1peraon to 12 people )
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