Scenic spot introduction:
Beng Mealea in Cambodia is one of the most mysterious temples in Angkor. It is also the most worth visiting but also the most difficult to visit among the Angkor ruins. Here, people can see how Angkor Wat looked like sleeping in the jungle before it was discovered. If you are not careful, you will get lost in the jungle ruins. Everyone can become a history scholar and explorer here. Unfortunately, due to poor protection, many of the sculptures in Bengmillie have been stolen. However, the mysterious atmosphere of the jungle, broken pillars, and collapsed walls still attract people from all over the world to come and experience this adventure. Ancient temple.Attractions distribution:
Bengmeile is located about 10 kilometers northeast of the Queen's Palace and about 50 kilometers from Siem Reap. There is a moat around the temple, and the interior is full of abandoned courtyards, towers, collapsed ruins, trees, and grass. Among the many ruins, although the central tower has completely collapsed, there are several amazing stone sculptures hidden among the rubble and plants, and there is also a well-preserved library in the northeast. In addition, there is a plank road leading to the China District, which was built during the filming of the movie "Tiger Brothers".Scenic spot features:
Leisure, sightseeing, adventure, visiting ancient times, history and art, religion, heritage sitesTravel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel Guide: Cambodia Free Travel 7-Day Travel Guide 2018
travelling guideline:
1. Tourists who can drive are recommended to rent a Toyota Camry car from a travel agency in Siem Reap Old Market. The car is in very good condition. The rental fee is US$65 in peak season and US$50 in normal times.
2. Bengmelie is about 50 kilometers away from Siem Reap. It is best to arrange a tour with Queen's Palace, Gobus Beach, Lychee Mountain, etc. Sometimes there are local tour guides or children in the scenic area who will take the initiative to lead tourists to climb in the ruins and give a brief explanation. If you accept the guide, you need to pay attention to safety and give an appropriate tip at the end. If you do not accept, it is best to leave at the beginning. Decline.
Best time to visit:
November-April of the following year
Scenic spot location:
Asia>Cambodia>Siem Reap
How to get there:
The journey by car from Siem Reap is about 1 hour, and by Tuktuk it is about 2 and a half hours.
The road from Siem Reap to Beng Melie is very good, the scenery along the way is very beautiful, there are almost no other cars along the way, the road is very smooth, it is quite the most common provincial highway in China, but there are some sections that are not The asphalt is paved and the dust is a bit heavy, so it is recommended to rent a car. At the entrance to Beng Melea, you can see a notice board "Landmines have been cleared" that reads, "Started in March 2007 and will be cleared by July."
Scenic area map:
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Bengmelie ticket price:
It’s about US$5 per person, and a toll of US$5 per vehicle will be charged on the way there. It’s best to check with the driver to see if it’s included in the fare.
Scenic area opening hours:
06:00 to 17:00
