East Mebon, Siem Reap

Name: East Mebon
Address: Grand Circuit Rd., Siem Reap, Cambodia
Telephone: +855 12 660 160

#25 among attractions in Siem Reap

Temple, Historical place, Ruins, Sacred and religious sites

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The East Mebon is a 10th Century temple at Angkor, Cambodia. Built during the reign of King Rajendravarman, it stands on what was an artificial island at the center of the now dry East Baray reservoir. ()

Local name: ប្រាសាទមេបុណ្យខាងកើត Completed: X centuryCoordinates: 13°26'48"N, 103°55'12"E

Address

Grand Circuit Rd.Siem Reap Cambodia

Contact

+855 12 660 160

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East Mebon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Banteay Kdei, Neak Pean.

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