Wat Angkor Chey

Wat Angkor Chey is located in Banteay Dek commune, Kean Svay district, about 29 Kilometers from Phnom Penh. Travelers from Phnom Penh or Takamo must cross the Monivong Bridge and travel east 29 Kilometers along National Road 1. The pagoda gate is on the right of the road. Wat Angkor Chey is about 1,600 meters inside the gate. Before reaching the pagoda, visitors will cross a 100-meter wooden bridge. Under the bridge there is a big pond that can hold water for use in dry season.

Behind the pagoda, on a termite mound, is a Buddhist site called Dombok Kmao. The termite mound is believes at one time to have been the home of the powerful person or the king. This is because objects such as tools, bowls and pots have been found there. Now Dombok Kmao termite mound has been decorated and maintained because of superstitions relating to the site.

Many people visit Wat Angkor Chey, particularly, those who are superstitious. They usually go there to get holy water. In addition, the scenery is beautiful, and the surrounding environment is pleasant.