Southeast Asia Tour 2015
Siem Reap | Cambodia
24 Nov 2015 | Tue
Day 06 of 46
Neak Pean Angkor
Neak Pean Angkor is an iconic 12th-century temple located in the ancient city of Angkor, Cambodia. The temple is part of the Angkor Wat complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its unique architecture and lush surroundings, Neak Pean has captured the imaginations of travelers for centuries.
The centerpiece of Neak Pean is a four-armed statue known as the Naga or snake god that sits atop a lotus pond surrounded by four small satellite temples. The temple was originally built to honor Vishnu, one of the three main Hindu gods. Its design symbolizes harmony between heaven and earth and stands as a representation of balance between people and nature. As such, it is seen as both a spiritual and cultural icon from this period in history.