Phnom Sampeau

At the summit of this fabled limestone out crop, 12km southwest of Battambang along NH57 (towards Pailin), a complex of temples (admission US$2) affords gorgeous views. Beware of the macaques that live around the summit, dinning on bananas left as offerings, as some can be bad-tempered and aggressive. Access is via a steep staircase or, past the eateries, a cement road.
    As You descend from the golden stupa at the summit, turn left under the gate decorated with a bas-relief of Eiy Sei (an elderly Buddha). A deep
canyon, its vertical sides cloaked in greenery, descends steeply through a natural arch to a 'lost world' of stalactites, creeping vines and bats; two Angkorian warriors stand guard.

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