Banteay Prei, Cambodia
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Banteay Prei
Cambodia
Banteay Prei is a small, insignificant temple located a little further down the country path from Prasat Prei. It was built in the late 12th and early 13th century during the reign of King Jayavarman VII. Banteay Prei has a style that is a lot in common with that of Ta located further down the main road. The size is about the same as Banteay Srei, which also has small windows and doors.
Nobody visited Banteay Prei when I explored to document it for EarthDocumentary. It was so off the beaten path that nobody checked my Angkor pass. Nevertheless I saw that the grass was neatly cut and the ruins well maintained.
Banteay Prei is located near another insignificant Angkor ruin, Prasat Prei, which you can also visit together with it. Nearby is the most famous Neak Pean, which could also be visited together.
Banteay Prei is located on the left (north) side of the road that runs between Preah Khan and Neak Pean. Be on the look out for a left-turn with a signboard saying Banteay Prei and/or Prasat Prei. The left turn takes you first to Prasat Prei, which should also be visited if you are going to Banteay Prei. A little further down the path is Banteay Prei. Both Prasat Prei and Banteay Prei are unlikely to be on any tour itineraries, so you would have to visit it on your own.
