Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom Temple
Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom Temple
Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom Temple
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stephen c
Dornoch, UK15 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
This temple is located within the Royal Independence Gardens. Lots of worshippers bringing flowers or jasmine flower bouquets to the temple. Loads of the stalls outside are selling these fresh flowers. Also, there are small birds that can be bought to be released at the temple. This was a very busy spot when we visited early in the morning as worshippers took the flowers to the temple. There was also a separate budda where offerings were being made. Also a few stalls outside selling souvenirs. No problem entering the temple - Thai style appearance - if adhering to the buddha culture. A good place to have a seat, people watch and strike up a conversation with the friendly people..
Written August 17, 2024
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Scentedlotus
Sydney, Australia11,627 contributions
This review is in no way meant to shed poor light on this beautiful place of Buddhist worship.. but to make comment on the trade which sadly flourishes on its doorstep.. it is, in my view,a business run for profit by the worst and cruelest of human beings ... the imprisonment of hundreds of small fragile birds into crowded and dirty cages.. where in overcrowded conditions the fly about in panic and fear, often breaking wings, or dying from fright! The business survives on selling the birds for release to visiting Buddhist devotees.. the discovery of their sufferings impelled me to buy as many as i had $$ on me that day.. without shade or water the conditions i found them in was appalling!! This is one side to life in Cambodia which has left me with a memory that will sadden me forever
Written November 19, 2014
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bigboy61455
xxx1,168 contributions
Feb 2013 • Family
If you are tired of repetitive views of ruined temples and tourists crawling like ants around Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom area, this place might be for you. First of all, it is not even on Google map and only information you can get from the internet is from a site called "global travelmate." Let me share a few facts about this place:
- It is next to Royal Garden and Royal Residence. Well do not think something elegant because of the name, it is just a small garden in front of Raffles' Grand Hotel. Anyway, it is very convenient to visit the temple if your hotel is near this place.
- This is a functioning Buddhist temple and so no shoes allowed inside the temple. There are vendors outside this place and consider to buy flowers, incense sticks to offer the Buddhist statues, main attraction of this place. You can also buy a group of small birds and set them free. Local Buddhist belief is if you set those pitiful small animals free, someone might set you free in the future when you are in some trouble. Btw, there is an incorrect mention from that Global travelmate site. Those statues are Buddhist statues in standing position, NOT "sisters!" Anyway, I might be the only non-local visitor that time and it was fun to observe local people's belief, religion and it is not crowded at all.
- Another interesting fact is monks tried their best to hide those two Buddha Statues from Khmer Rouge. Just for historical fact, Khmer Rouge are Communists and they think ordinary Cambodians are spending too much time with religion and that is why you are seeing vandalized Buddha statues across Cambodia. Somehow, Khmer Rouge are unable to destroy those two statues and there were events ranging from flat tires, accidents and overturned boats when they try to take those statues to destroy. Well, you can consider those Cambodians superstitious but they really believe that this temple is holy and even royal family often visit this place. You could try yourself asking favors from the god or something like that but this is minimal downside, apart from spending a few dollars with vendors.
- Another interesting place is "Hindu" god statues in the middle of the street next to the temple. Face of the god is scary and "bright red" lipstick over the lips signifying "blood!" An excellent photo opportunity as well. This also shows how Buddhism and Hinduism placed side to side in the hearts of Cambodian people.
- It is next to Royal Garden and Royal Residence. Well do not think something elegant because of the name, it is just a small garden in front of Raffles' Grand Hotel. Anyway, it is very convenient to visit the temple if your hotel is near this place.
- This is a functioning Buddhist temple and so no shoes allowed inside the temple. There are vendors outside this place and consider to buy flowers, incense sticks to offer the Buddhist statues, main attraction of this place. You can also buy a group of small birds and set them free. Local Buddhist belief is if you set those pitiful small animals free, someone might set you free in the future when you are in some trouble. Btw, there is an incorrect mention from that Global travelmate site. Those statues are Buddhist statues in standing position, NOT "sisters!" Anyway, I might be the only non-local visitor that time and it was fun to observe local people's belief, religion and it is not crowded at all.
- Another interesting fact is monks tried their best to hide those two Buddha Statues from Khmer Rouge. Just for historical fact, Khmer Rouge are Communists and they think ordinary Cambodians are spending too much time with religion and that is why you are seeing vandalized Buddha statues across Cambodia. Somehow, Khmer Rouge are unable to destroy those two statues and there were events ranging from flat tires, accidents and overturned boats when they try to take those statues to destroy. Well, you can consider those Cambodians superstitious but they really believe that this temple is holy and even royal family often visit this place. You could try yourself asking favors from the god or something like that but this is minimal downside, apart from spending a few dollars with vendors.
- Another interesting place is "Hindu" god statues in the middle of the street next to the temple. Face of the god is scary and "bright red" lipstick over the lips signifying "blood!" An excellent photo opportunity as well. This also shows how Buddhism and Hinduism placed side to side in the hearts of Cambodian people.
Written February 17, 2013
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1BoredGuy
Seattle123 contributions
Jul 2011
I’ve visited this Buddhist temple on all my trips to Siem Reap. The best time to go is when it starts to get dark, to see the candles and lights lit up. It’s within easy walking distance for the National Highway 6 hotels near the Siem Reap river: Sokha Angkor Resort, Raffles Grand Hotel, Angkor Century, La Noria, Prince D’Angkor, Day Inn, etc. Behind the temple are usually a few flower+incense sellers. You can use those flowers+incense at the shrines within the temple.
Before entry you are expected to remove your shoes and socks. There’s a big shoe rack to the left. There will be a “donation” collector either on the stairs or at the top of the stairs. It should be up to you how much you want to give. If you don’t donate, you’ll likely be called out. We paid about 500 riel per person on each visit.
On my first visit the gargantuan candles were flickering, and the monks were chanting.
After walking inside, you can pray with the incense then place the incense in the “incense holder pot.” There’s a couple pots to accept flowers. I usually placed some riel in the statue bags, then “clean” (wipe) the statue feet and hands using the bowl of water (multiple sitting around, no cost).
On my last visit, the “donation” collectors asked for more money, and were promoting the expansion of the temple. We dropped one or two hundred riel and went on our way.
There’s also another shrine outside that the street goes around. People give money and flowers to that one to, and some also put some lipstick on it (I’m guessing for the hope of beauty). Remember to take your shoes+socks off before stepping on that platform.
I highly recommend walking by this temple if you’re in the area. I also recommend bringing something to dry/wipe your feet because it’s not completely sheltered from rain. No restrooms, but plenty of hotels near. There is parking across the street, but don't remember if there was a fee. The moto-taxi guys should know where it is.
Before entry you are expected to remove your shoes and socks. There’s a big shoe rack to the left. There will be a “donation” collector either on the stairs or at the top of the stairs. It should be up to you how much you want to give. If you don’t donate, you’ll likely be called out. We paid about 500 riel per person on each visit.
On my first visit the gargantuan candles were flickering, and the monks were chanting.
After walking inside, you can pray with the incense then place the incense in the “incense holder pot.” There’s a couple pots to accept flowers. I usually placed some riel in the statue bags, then “clean” (wipe) the statue feet and hands using the bowl of water (multiple sitting around, no cost).
On my last visit, the “donation” collectors asked for more money, and were promoting the expansion of the temple. We dropped one or two hundred riel and went on our way.
There’s also another shrine outside that the street goes around. People give money and flowers to that one to, and some also put some lipstick on it (I’m guessing for the hope of beauty). Remember to take your shoes+socks off before stepping on that platform.
I highly recommend walking by this temple if you’re in the area. I also recommend bringing something to dry/wipe your feet because it’s not completely sheltered from rain. No restrooms, but plenty of hotels near. There is parking across the street, but don't remember if there was a fee. The moto-taxi guys should know where it is.
Written December 13, 2011
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Dan Maarek
Tel Aviv, Israel16,000 contributions
Nov 2018
Many of the pictures attached here are misleading.
This is not Wat preah prom rath and its golden boat, nor is it located in the hills as shown on many other pictures, nor has it long uphill stairs leading to it .
You will be disappointed if you expect these.
It is not far from the other modern Temples and therefore the mistake done (not regarding the hills however).
It is just located in a park and is not impressive at all like Wat Bo or Wat Preah Prom Rath, and yes, it is small.
I wouldn't recommend to go there specially for it but only to stop by if you happen to walk close to it.
This is not Wat preah prom rath and its golden boat, nor is it located in the hills as shown on many other pictures, nor has it long uphill stairs leading to it .
You will be disappointed if you expect these.
It is not far from the other modern Temples and therefore the mistake done (not regarding the hills however).
It is just located in a park and is not impressive at all like Wat Bo or Wat Preah Prom Rath, and yes, it is small.
I wouldn't recommend to go there specially for it but only to stop by if you happen to walk close to it.
Written October 21, 2019
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John L
Bangkok, Thailand2 contributions
Mar 2015 • Family
While visiting Siem Reap province, we will never forget to stop by and pay our respect to Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom Temple. We asked for good health, happiness, safety and prosperity in our life.
Written May 14, 2015
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nellielim
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia4,022 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
A small Buddhist temple in the middle of Siem Reap, right next to the raffles Grand hotel. Vendors selling lotus, turtles, birds and incense line the back of the temple. A popular place of worship with a big Buddha statue. Shoes need to be removed at the entrance and shoe minders quickly line up to look after them. Payment of a few rials to them is adequate. Incense and flowers can be offered and blessings sort. A nice change from the temples of Angkor.
Written August 21, 2014
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romazzino
West Palm Beach, FL795 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
As you walk around the city, don't forget to look for this little gem. The buddha inside is beautiful. Please note this is a working temple and odds are there will be a wedding taking place which is very nice to see. The pageantry of these weddings is very colorful and watching the wedding parties get ready and do photography in the park next door is something that rivals the number of weddings Honolulu and Las Vegas do.
Written August 17, 2014
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Maureen K
Darwin, Australia81 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
Stunned to walk around a corner and find this gem. We have pretty much been "templed out" but on an afternoon stroll we came across this working Buddhist temple. It was really interesting and in excellent condition. This temple is well worth a visit. Shoes off at one point. The art work is beautiful. The serenity in the middle of bustling Siem Reap so tranquil. Watch out for the up market hawkers outside. Do put the temple on the must visit list though.
Written December 1, 2017
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Heng Senghok
Siem Reap Province, Cambodia126 contributions
Sep 2017 • Family
After other tour and sightseeing surrounding Siem Reap Angkor region, please not to forget to visit a popular holy shrine in city Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom. Local people love to go there to make a wish to pray and to worship and to offering some thing to Buddhas. Highly recommend to visit before leaving Siem Reap city.
Written September 14, 2017
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ratanapheng
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Who know? Which one Preah ang chek, which one preah ang chom?
Written November 11, 2017
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