Phnom Banan

Exactly 358 stone steps lead up shaded Phnom Banan, 28km south of Battambang, to Prsat Banan (admission US$2), whose five towers are reminiscent of the layout of Angkor Wat. Indeed, locals claim it was the inspiration for Angkor Wat, but this seems an optimistic claim.
    Udayadityavarman II, son of Suryavarman I, built Prasat Banna in the 11th century, and its hillside location offers incredible view across the surrounding countryside. There are impressive carved lintels above the doorways to each tower and bas-reliefs on the upper parts of the central
tower, Many of this temple's best carvings are now in the Battambang Museum (p213).
    From the temple, a narrow stone staicase leads south down the hill to three caves, which can be visited with a local guide.

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