Wat Preah Prom Rath

វត្តព្រះព្រហ្មរាជ

The central riverside pagoda of Siem Reap, with a reclining Buddha and painted scenes from the Reamker in the vihara.

Quick facts

Pass Type: Free
Entry Fee USD: Free
Opening Hours: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Commissioning King: —
Century Built: 20th Century
Religion & Primary Deity: Buddhist · Buddha
Circuit: City Pagoda
Distance from Siem Reap: 0.8 km
Best Time to Visit: Late afternoon, when the riverfront in front of the pagoda cools off

Nicknames and famous highlights

Riverside PagodaReclining BuddhaReamker paintingsRiverfront monastery

History and architecture

Wat Preah Prom Rath is the monastery on the west bank in the middle of Siem Reap, a short walk from the Old Market. The buildings visitors see are modern Theravada architecture on a much older monastic site. Inside and around the vihara are a reclining Buddha and colorful tellings of the Reamker. It is an active monastery, free to enter, and a better introduction to present-day Khmer Buddhism than any ruin in the park. Shoes come off, shoulders stay covered, and monks should not be posed for photos without a clear yes.

How to get to Wat Preah Prom Rath

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to visit Wat Preah Prom Rath?

Wat Preah Prom Rath is free to enter.

What are the opening hours of Wat Preah Prom Rath?

Wat Preah Prom Rath is listed as open 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Best time to visit: Late afternoon, when the riverfront in front of the pagoda cools off.

Who built Wat Preah Prom Rath?

20th Century, dedicated to Buddha. The religion recorded here is Buddhist.

What is Wat Preah Prom Rath known for?

Also called Riverside Pagoda. Known for Reclining Buddha, Reamker paintings, Riverfront monastery

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