After breakfast at the hotel, excursion to Phnom Kulen or the "Lychee Mountain" now is declared as a
National Park. It is an isolated mountain massif located in Svay Leu District approximately 48km from Siem
Reap. Its highest point is 487 meters. The site includes a pagoda with a Reclining Buddha,
it is known for its
carvings representing fertility and its waters hold special significance to the people of Cambodia. Just a few
inches under the surface of the water, over 1000 carvings of Lingas are etched into the sandstone riverbed.
The waters are regarded as holy, given the sacred carvings which also include a stone representation of the
Hindu god Vishnu lying on his serpent Ananta, with his wife Lakshmi at his feet. A lotus flower protrudes
from Vishnu’s navel bearing the god Brahma. The river then ends with a beautiful waterfall. Picnic lunch on
the mountain.
Afternoon back to city, you will be transfer to your hotel for relax and enjoy own program. Dinner on own
account and overnight in Siem Reap.
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Siem Reap: 5 Days 4Nights