Prasat Phnom Chisor

A temple from the Angkorian era, Phnom Chisor (Admission US$3, levied at the summit) is set upon a solitary hill in Takeo Province, offering superb views of the countryside. Try to get to Phnom Chisor early in the morning or late in the afternoon, as it is an uncomfortable climb in the heat of the midday sun.
   The main temple stands on the eastern side of the hilltop. Constructed of laterite and brick with carved sandstone lintels, the complex is surrounded by the partially ruined walls of a 2.5m-wide gallery with windows. Inscription
found here date from the 11th century, when this site was know as Suryagiri.
    On the plain to the west of Phnom Chisor are the sanctuaries of Sen Thmol, just below Phnom Chisor, Sen Ravang and the former sacred pond of Tonle Om. Alll three of these features form a straight line from Phnom Chisor in the direction of Angkor. During rituals held here 900 years ago, the king , his Brahmans and their 400 steps to Suryagiri from this direction.

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