Sunday, September 5, 2010

Phnom Da Temple_Angkor Borey



A pre-Angkorian temple, Phnom Da, is the oldest cultural, historical site in Cambodia. It is the former ancient capital of Nor Kor Kouk Thlork located at Kouk Thlork commune, Angkor Borey District, Takeo province in the distance of 102 Kilometers from Phnom Penh via Districts of Sam Roung, Prey Kak Bas and Angkor Borey in three-hour drive. Phnom Da has 24-kilometer distance from Takeo provincial town.

The temple of Phnom Da was built on a small mountain in 6th century by the King Rudravarman and dedicated to Shiva.

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