The citadel of the cells. In the ruin and confusion of Banteay Kdei the
carvings take one's interest. They are piquant, exquisite, not too frequent...
they seem meant.. to make adorable a human habitation.
Banteay Kdei is located south of Ta Prohm. A enter the monument from the
west and leave at the west or vice versa, either way, also visit Srah Srang.
It was built in middle of the 12th century to the beginning of the 13th
century by King Jayavarman VII in Mahaya Buddhism with following at least
two different art periods Angkor Wat and Bayon -are discernible at
Banteay Kdei.
Sophia University Angkor International Mission (Japanese Mission) has inquired and restored the remains. (more information: Tourism Cambodia and Southeast Asian Monuments)
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It was perhaps a chapel to Kama, God of Love. The spot would suit the temper
of the strange power, terribly strong and yet terribly tender, of that
passion which carries away kingdoms, empires, whole worlds, and inhabits
also the humblest dwellings...Love could occupy this quiet nest embedded
in water...gave the impression that love had come one day and had left
there, when he went away, apart of his spirit.
Srah Srang is located across the road from the east entrance of Banteay
Kdei. A enter and leave Srah rang from the road. (more information: Tourism Cambodia and Southeast Asian Monuments)
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The best place is Old Market [Pash Chas] for handicrafts including hand-woven silk, coconut and wooden products, temple relief replica, jewelry, and clothes.
There are also several high quality
souvenirs shops around the market.
Needless to say, bargaining is necessary for all travelers. (informed by
Cambodia Travel Guide)
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