Wat Polanka

A neighborhood monastery in Siem Reap, also spelled Wat Po Lanka, visited for the painted vihara and ordinary monastic life.

Quick facts

Pass Type: Free
Entry Fee USD: Free
Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Commissioning King: —
Century Built: —
Religion & Primary Deity: Buddhist · Buddha
Circuit: City Pagoda
Distance from Siem Reap: 2 km
Best Time to Visit: Morning, as part of a walk along the east-bank pagodas

Nicknames and famous highlights

Wat Po LankaPainted viharaNeighborhood monasteryEast-bank pagoda walk

History and architecture

Wat Polanka is a working Theravada pagoda in the east-bank neighborhoods of Siem Reap, near Wat Bo, not a monument of the Angkorian kings. The name is romanized several ways, including Wat Po Lanka. Guides point visitors to the murals in the main hall. The site is free and still used by the people who live around it. Treat it as a monastery first: modest clothing, shoes off at the hall, and no drone or loud tour-guide setup.

How to get to Wat Polanka

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

Questions people ask

How much does it cost to visit Wat Polanka?

Wat Polanka is free to enter.

What are the opening hours of Wat Polanka?

Wat Polanka is listed as open 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Best time to visit: Morning, as part of a walk along the east-bank pagodas.

Who built Wat Polanka?

dedicated to Buddha. The religion recorded here is Buddhist.

What is Wat Polanka known for?

Also called Wat Po Lanka. Known for Painted vihara, Neighborhood monastery, East-bank pagoda walk

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