FULL DAY SIEM REAP TOUR TO KULEN MOUNTAINS AND KHMER VILLAGES

Best places to visit: Siem Reap - Kulen Mountains

Durations

1 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Departure

Monthly


Welcome to an unforgettable full-day adventure in Siem Reap, Cambodia, as we take you on a journey to the enchanting Kulen Mountains and the charming Khmer villages. Immerse yourself in the rich history, natural beauty, and local culture that this region has to offer. From the sacred waterfalls of Kulen Mountains to the heartwarming interactions with the Khmer villagers, this tour promises a day filled with exploration, discovery, and meaningful connections. Join us as we unveil the hidden treasures of Siem Reap’s hinterlands, providing you with a unique perspective on the past and present of this remarkable destination.


Itinerary :

Tour code           : KULEN

SIEM REAP  – PHNOM KULEN MOUNTAINS

We will drive up Kulen Mountains for the visit to a Grand Buddha Statue, the River of Thousand Lingas and the Great Waterfall.

Kulen Mountain National Park, known as Shiva Valley

Kulen-Mountain-Siem-Reap-Cambodia FULL DAY SIEM REAP TOUR TO KULEN MOUNTAINS AND KHMER VILLAGES

Constructed: 9th century C.E.
Religion: Hindu
King/Patron: Jayavarman II
Style: Kulen

The Kulen Mountain or Phnom Kulen is declared as a National Park. It is an isolated mountain massif located in Svay Leu District and some 48km from Siem Reap. Its highest point is 487 meters. 

This is widely regarded as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire. During the constructional period of the ancient temples in the nineth century, sand stones were brought from this sacred mountain to Angkor.  It was here at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarman II proclaimed independence from Java in 802 A.D. 

The site is known for its carvings representing fertility and its waters hold special significance to the people of Cambodia. Just a few inches under the surface of the water, over 1000 carvings of Yoni and Linga are etched into the sandstone riverbed. The waters are regarded as holy, given the sacred carvings which also include a stone representation of the Hindu god Vishnu lying on his serpent Ananta, with his wife Lakshmi at his feet. A lotus flower protrudes from Vishnu’s navel bearing the god Brahma. The river then ends with a beautiful waterfall. Phnom Kulen is regarded highly by Cambodian people as a sacred location and has developed into a great tour destination. 

Lunch not included

On the way back, we will visit to Khmer Palm Villages

Back to hotel for the night

Our tour cost are including : Private A/C vehicle, English speaking guide and 2 cold mineral water

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