One Day Trekking in the forest on Kulen mountain
Siem Reap Tour Guide · Siem Reap
Phnom Kulen is considered a holy mountain in Cambodia, of special religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists who come to the mountain in pilgrimage. It also has a major symbolic importance for Cambodians as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire, for it was at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 804 CE. Jayavarman II initiated the cult of the king, a linga cult, in what is dated as 804 CE and declaring his independence from Java. During the Angkorian era the relief was known as Mahendraparvata (the mountain of Great Indra).
• Remarks: Basic level of fitness required for 10Km trekking, changing clothes for swimming.
• Sites you will visit: Waterfall, Reclining Buddha, Elephant Pond, Thousand lingas,
• Highlights: Cradle of Khmer Civilisation, Waterfall, Hindu river carvings, Thousand of Linga, architecture, history.
The cradle of Khmer civilisation is located 40 km northeast from Siem Reap and is an important pilgrimage site for Cambodian people. Phnom Kulen often lies shrouded in mist but on a clear day one can see the loaf like shape on the horizon across the flat plains of Siem Reap province. You will rise early and travel through picturesque countryside to reach your destination in the mid morning. The sites atop Phnom Kulen include a Buddhist Pagoda with giant Reclining Buddha, Hindu carvings in the stone river bed and an impressive waterfall under which swimming is possible.
Stop At: Thousands of Shivalinga
On arrival on the top, we stop over to visit thousands of Shivalinga carved on riverbed. All of carvings are depicted about the mighty of Gods in Hiduism. We will see the intricate carvings of Shiva, Uma, Vishnu, Lakhsmi and Brahma under the water. After that, we start trekking though the fields to visit Elephant statue which is well known for its beauty and talent.
Stop At: Preah Ang Thom pagoda, Cambodia
The attractive and holly thing on Kulen mountain is an 8 meter tall statue of the reclining Buddha reaching nirvana. The statue is carved into a huge sandstone boulder. It becomes the popular place for worship.
Stop At: Phnom Kulen Waterfall, Siem Reap Cambodia
This is a big waterfall in Siem Reap. It is a great relax after trekking for 3 hours. Swimming is accessible. Back to Siem Reap and drop off.
Group: $230.00 ( Max. 6 pax )
What's Included
Bottled water
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Parking Fee
Travel Insurance
What's Excluded
Food and drinks
Ticket: USD20/pax
