Overview
Consecrated in 967 AD, Banteay Srei is a small but exquisite Hindu temple whose name means 'Citadel of the Women.' Unlike most Angkor monuments, it is built from a pinkish red sandstone, and its carvings are so delicate that legend says only a woman's hands could have made them. Lintels and pediments depicting Shiva and Vishnu myths, along with miniature shrine buildings, showcase the apex of Khmer sculpture. Accessible with the Angkor Pass. About 1 hour by tuk-tuk from Siem Reap (25 km north of Angkor Wat).
Opening Hours
Daily 07:30-17:00
Travel Tips
Farther than Angkor Wat but unrivaled in carving detail — a must for photo lovers. Pair with the Cambodia Landmine Museum nearby.
Hotels near Banteay Srei
Hotels and guesthouses in Siem Reap, Banteay Srei District, Siem Reap
Other attractions in Siem Reap
Angkor Wat
The world's largest religious monument and a Khmer Empire masterpiece, especially famous for its sunrise views.
Angkor Thom
An ancient royal city centered on the Bayon temple, famous for its giant carved stone faces.
Ta Prohm
A mystical temple wrapped in giant tree roots, famously featured in the film 'Tomb Raider.'
Tonle Sap Lake
Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake, dotted with floating villages you can explore by boat.
Bayon Temple
The central temple of Angkor Thom, famed for 216 colossal smiling stone faces.
Old Market (Psar Chas)
A bustling traditional market in central Siem Reap — a paradise of souvenirs and street food.
Pub Street
Siem Reap's lively nightlife hub — a street lined with bars, restaurants, and street food.