Neang
Khmao Temple
Cambodia has so much to offer to the wanderer that a few
days is just not enough. The Neang Khmao Temple is located in Roveing Commune,
Samrong district in Takeo. This particular temple was built by Jayavarnam IV in
the 10th century to establish, study and worship Brahmanism.
What can you find there?
Ø This sandstone and brick temple has been built in typical Koh
Ker style of architecture.
Ø Though the V Neang Khmao Temple is in quite a
damaged situation due to the various kinds of disasters it went through. The
temple still carries the image of majesty and grandeur.
Ø The
temple when built had 3 structures, out of which one has completely destroyed.
Thus, one can enjoy gazing at the remaining two structures.
Ø The locals regard this temple as the temple of Black virgin
and owes it’s name to goddess kali, the goddess for destruction.
How to get to Neang
Khmao Temple
The Neang Khmao Temple is approximately 52kms from Phnom
Penh and 27kms north of Takeo. One can use the National road 2 on a cab or bus
to reach Neang Khmao Temple.
More
information about Neang Khmao Temple
Locals believe that the temple owes it’s name to the
beautiful princess Neang Khmao who was entangled in love with
two men who were of vital importance in her life. Her lover and her teacher
both craved for her attention. Her teacher turned to a monk and continued
living a life of eternal.
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