Sambor Preikuk Cycling Tour

Cycling at Sambor Prei Kuk is unique because it allows you to explore the jungle-clad, pre-Angkorian temples and their natural, serene surroundings at a slow pace, offering a peaceful contrast to more crowded sites like Angkor Wat. The experience includes riding through rural villages, past local plantations, and enjoying the relatively quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal way to discover this UNESCO World Heritage site that was the capital of the Chenla Empire. The unique for Sambor Prei Kuk temple is its pre-Angkorian architecture, particularly the use of octagonal temples and "flying palace" carvings, which set a precedent for later Khmer styles. As a former capital of the Chenla Empire during 6th to 7th century, the site's ruins are embraced by nature, creating a distinct blend of ancient architecture and the jungle, a contrast to the larger, more formal structures of Angkor.