Visits to Prasat Prang temple halted as renovations are completed

A bird’s-eye view of the 10th-century Koh Ker archaeological site in 2023. Environment Ministry

PHNOM PENH: The National Authority for Preah Vihear (NAPV) has notified tourists, as well as public and private tourism institutions, of a temporary suspension of visits to Prasat Prang temple within the Koh Ker archaeological site.

The halt, lasting 17 days from March 20 to April 5, is to facilitate repairs on the wooden stairs ascending the temple. The decision aims to ensure tourist safety, as the existing steps have become dilapidated, as per the NAPV announcement.