Banteay Srei | Attractions & Activities in Cambodia
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Banteay Srei is a Cambodian temple built in the year 967 and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The temple, which is built in Khmer style, is largely made of red sandstone and has many stunning and elaborate carvings on its walls. Often called “the jewel of Khmer art,” Banteay Srei is a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over. Many scenes are depicted on the walls of the temple to tell historic stories, with the one on the Ramayana being a favored site to see. Other aspects that shouldn’t be missed are the temple’s library structures and the sanctuary filled with replicas of statues that were found there.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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