Preah Khan Temple

Extra charge: Sunrise or Sunset 8 USD - Destination: Kbal Romreas, Preah Khan, Neak Poan, Krol Ko, Ta Som, East Mebon, Pre Rup, Srah Srang - Benefit Include: - Tuk Tuk (4 seats) - Pick up and Drop off from hotel - Cold towel - Water

  • Category: Grand Tour
  • Service Duration: 08:00 Hours
  • Address: Preah Khan Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia (Map)
  • More Info: Kbal Romreas, Preah Khan, Neak Poan, Krol Ko, Ta Som, East Mebon, Pre Rup, Srah Srang
  • Price:$25
 

Description

Preah Khan ( ប្រាសាទព្រះខ័ន; "Royal Sword") is a temple at Grand Circuit which was built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII to honor his father. It is located northeast of Angkor Thom and just west of the Jayatataka Baray.

Preah Khan was built on the site of Jayavarman VII's victory over the invading Chams in 1191. Unusually the modern name, meaning "holy sword", is derived from the meaning of the original—Nagara Jayasri (holy city of victory).