Kbal Spean
Angkor






Kbal Spean is the place to go for nature-lovers who want to get away from the temple complexes!

After Bantay Srei, I decided to climb to Kbal Spean, known as the Valley of 1000 Lingas. At that time (Dec 2007), the road to the site was not finished. We had to drive on a dust road for about 40 minutes.
So, bring a scarf or alike to cover your mouth as Tuk-Tuks drive fast, and the dust gets everywhere.

Note: To see the famous 1000 Lingas, you have to work-out and be determined as it takes 30 minutes to climb up-hill (depends how fast you walk). And it was steep, so be careful!

On the way to the top, you`ll pass Banyan-like trees, vines, strange fungis, hundreds of colourful butterflies, snakes and different wildlife in the deep jungle.

When you finally arrive, you`ll see the 1000 lingas carved deep into the river bed. The Lingas represent Hindu religious motives, included Vishnu, yonis and animals. The sounds of the river, birds and the surroundings make this an idyllic and a mysterious place.

I also walked around the area and took pictures of gigantic trees and hidden waterfalls. And of course, a dip in the waterfalls is mandatory as you`ve likely sweated a lot on the way up.

Where can I grab some food or buy a souvenir inside the park?

Click here to find out!

So, where do you go next?

Read about Ta Prohm, click here.

The red sandstone complex of Banteay Srei

Angkor Wat

The labyrinth of Preah Khan

The faces of Bayon

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