Phnom Kulen, the 'Mountain of the Lychees', is a sacred site and national park in Cambodia, home to ancient temples, waterfalls, and the source of the Tonle Sap River.
Currency
KHR (៛)
Best time to visit
November to March
Languages
Khmer
Coordinates
13.450°, 104.070°
Key facts
1Phnom Kulen is considered the birthplace of the ancient Khmer empire
2The park is home to the 16th-century Preah Ang Thom temple, featuring a large reclining Buddha
3Phnom Kulen is an important pilgrimage site for Cambodians, especially during Pchum Ben festival
Timeline
8th Century: The area was declared a sacred site by King Jayavarman II
1993: Phnom Kulen was designated as a national park
