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In size, Banteay Srei may not look impressive. It’s the
detailed and well-preserved stone carvings that make
this temple an impressive sight. The pink, sandstone
wall is fully decorated with three dimensional carvings.
The
stone carvings are considered to be among the most
impressive in the world. Inscriptions indicate that the
temple was continuously occupied, which explains the
incredible preservations of Banteay Srei. Banteay Srei
is a Hindu temple and is dedicated to the God Shiva.
Interesting fact is that this is the only temple in the
Angkor complex that was not built for a king but by a
counsellor of king Rajendravarman II.
Located 32 km from Siem Reap and 25 km from Angkor Wat,
Banteay Srei is accessible by motorbike, tuktuk or taxi.
It takes proximally 1 hour to reach the temple and the
road is in fair condition. Prices to reach the temple
vary from US$8 by motorbike to US$20 by taxi. A typical
daytrip includes Kbal Spean and Banteay Samre.
Banteay Srei Basreliefs
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The
stone carvings are considered to be among the most
impressive in the world. Inscriptions indicate that the
temple was continuously occupied, which explains the
incredible preservations of Banteay Srei. Banteay Srei
is a Hindu temple and is dedicated to the God Shiva.
Interesting fact is that this is the only temple in the
Angkor complex that was not built for a king but by a
counsellor of king Rajendravarman II. 