Banteay Samre

ប្រាសាទបន្ទាយសំរែ

A compact, fully enclosed temple in the Angkor Wat style, east of the East Baray and usually empty compared with the Small Circuit.

Quick facts

Pass Type: Angkor Pass ($37-$72)
Entry Fee USD: Included
Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Commissioning King: Suryavarman II
Century Built: Early 12th Century
Religion & Primary Deity: Hindu · Vishnu
Circuit: Grand Circuit
Distance from Siem Reap: 17 km
Best Time to Visit: Late morning, as an add-on east of Pre Rup

Nicknames and famous highlights

Citadel of the SamreComplete restored galleriesAngkor Wat-style pedimentsMoated enclosureQuiet east-baray setting

History and architecture

Banteay Samre belongs to the early 12th century and the reign of Suryavarman II. The complete concentric galleries and the quality of the pediments place it with Angkor Wat rather than with the later Buddhist monasteries. The name refers to the Samre people, who lived in the region. It was restored by anastylosis, stone by stone, so the courtyards read clearly even though the temple is far from the main park loop. A later Buddhist vihara stood nearby. The Angkor Pass covers it.

How to get to Banteay Samre

No origin routes are published yet. See every temple in Siem Reap.

Questions people ask

How much does it cost to visit Banteay Samre?

Banteay Samre is covered by Angkor Pass ($37-$72) and has no extra per-temple fee in this directory.

What are the opening hours of Banteay Samre?

Banteay Samre is listed as open 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Best time to visit: Late morning, as an add-on east of Pre Rup.

Who built Banteay Samre?

Commissioned under Suryavarman II, Early 12th Century, Early 12th century, dedicated to Vishnu. The religion recorded here is Hindu.

What is Banteay Samre known for?

Also called Citadel of the Samre. Known for Complete restored galleries, Angkor Wat-style pediments, Moated enclosure, Quiet east-baray setting

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