Take an opportunistic day trip to Battambang from Siem Reap.
See the imposing Black Man Roundabout, take in the kaleidoscope of millions of bats as they fly from their caves at dusk, pay tribute to Khmer Rouge victims at the Killing Fields and Killing Caves, and enjoy views of the countryside and the city from Phnom Sampov Hilltop Lookout.
Take advantage of one of the few opportunities to experience Battambang if you are in Siem Reap, short on time and only have a day to spare.
Wait in the lobby of your hotel, or just out the front.
Just over 2 hours drive from Siem Reap we arrive in Battambang and stop at the Lok Ta Dambong Kra Nhoung Shrine , or 'Black Man Roundabout' in the centre of Battambang. Learn the legend behind the statue. Time stated here includes the drive from Siem Reap and 15 mins travel to the next site.
Wat Somrong is the Killing Fields of Battambang where an estimated ten thousand people were executed in the Temple grounds by the Khmer Rouge. Wander around the beautifully designed stupa monument that has interesting stories and information around the base. Time here includes a 15 minute drive to the next site.
Take a ride on the famous Bamboo Train, a traditional Cambodian form of transport used in days gone. Take in the countryside views and photograph along the way. The time here includes a well deserved lunch break for 1 hour, and travel 15 minutes to the next site.
The Peace Gallery is a place for reflection and learning about Cambodia's journey from war towards peace and reconciliation, presenting the country's complicated history while celebrating the work of Cambodian peacebuilders. Nearby is the hanging suspension bridge to walk over. The time here includes a 15 minute drive to the next site.
Phnom (meaning Mountain or Hill) Sampov is the perfect lookout to view the surrounding countryside of Battambang and take in what is the 'rice bowl' of Cambodia. The area is worth a wander around to discover the hilltop Temple and numerous monkeys. Close by is one of the infamous Khmer Rouge Killing Caves. Take the steps down into the cave and pay tribute to the victims of the Khmer Rouge at the monument in the cave, with the remains of some carefully preserved. Time allocated here includes the short drive down the mountain to the final stop of the Bat Cave.
The Highlight of the day and the final stop is the famous Bat Cave. Witness a cloud of millions of bats flying from their cave at dusk before heading back to Siem Reap. Time stated here includes return drive to Siem Reap.
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