1. Banteay Srei is a 10th-century Cambodian temple located around 20 km north of the main Angkor Wat site. It is known for its intricate and elaborately carved pink sandstone structure, which displays some of the finest examples of classical Khmer art. The temple was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and is also known as the \"Citadel of Women\" due to the delicate nature of its carvings, which were believed to have been done by women.
Angkor Wat, on the other hand, is a vast temple complex located in Siem Reap, Cambodia, built in the early 12th century by the Khmer king Suryavarman II. It is the largest religious monument in the world and is considered one of the finest examples of Khmer architecture. The temple is surrounded by a moat and features a series of ornate structures, including towering spires and intricate carvings.
2. Banteay Srei is open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, and there is also a small museum on-site for visitors to learn more about the temple’s history. There is no phone number listed for the site.
For Angkor Wat, the temple is open from 5:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. The ticket office opens at 5:00 am, and the temple grounds are cleared by 6:30 pm. The phone number for the Angkor Wat ticket office is +855 63 963 969.
3. The entrance fee for Banteay Srei is included in the Angkor Pass, which can be purchased at the main ticket office in Siem Reap. A one-day pass costs $37, a three-day pass costs $62, and a seven-day pass costs $72.
For Angkor Wat, the entrance fee is also included in the Angkor Pass. The same rates apply: $37 for a one-day pass, $62 for a three-day pass, and $72 for a seven-day pass. There are several transportation options available to get to both Banteay Srei and Angkor Wat, including tuk-tuks, bicycles, motorbikes, and taxis.