[/caption]Takeo province, bordering Vietnam to the south, is blessed with natural beauty and many historical sites. Takeo is often recognized as “the cradle of the Cambodian civilization,” and contains several significant pre-Angkorian sites.
While heading towards Takeo, make a trip to Phnom Chisor to visit a well-preserved 11th century temple from the Angkor era. The temple is built on the crest of the hill and surrounded by panoramic views of the countryside. The climb up-- 503 steps-- to the top may be vigorous, but the stunning view of the countryside at the end makes it truly worthwhile. This ancient temple is now an active one where Buddhists make pilgrimages on religious occasions. There are monks’ quarters and a school. Fine carvings of Hindu deities can still be seen on the towers and at the libraries, and unique carvings decorate the door of the main temple.
In Takeo, the Tonle Bati—a favourite recreational spot for the locals during leisure—is a pleasant place to stop by for a standard Khmer meal. The nearby Tonle Bati Temple is a ‘largely intact’ Angkorian-style temple with a picturesque garden. The Yeay Pov Temple, named after King Ta Prohm’s mother, is another another historical temple situated near the popular Tonle Bati Lake.
For families, a visit to the Phnom Ta Mao wild life rescue centre is an enriching trip. The centre was set up to preserve rescued rare and endangered local wildlife. Eighty hectares of the area serves as a zoo for visitors.
BRIEF INFORMATION
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[/caption]Takeo covers 3563 square kilometers, It consists of 10 districts, 100 communes and 1116 villages.
- Daun Keo City Total Communes: 3 Totals Villages: 40
- Tram Kak District Total Communes: 15 Totals Villages: 242
- Kirivong District Total Communes: 12 Totals Villages: 114
- Angkor Borei District Total Communes: 6 Totals Villages: 34
- Prey Kabas District Total Communes: 13 Totals Villages: 110
- Sam Rong District Total Communes: 11 Totals Villages: 147
- Bati District Total Communes: 15 Totals Villages: 168
- Triang Diastrict Total Communes: 14 Totals Villages: 154
- Koh Andet District Total Communes: 6 Totals Villages: 68
- Borei Chulsar District Total Communes: 5 Totals Villages: 39
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
- Tonle Bati Resort
- Phnom Tamao (Zoo)
- Ta Prohm Temple
- Yeay Pov Temple
- Neang Khmao Temple
- Phnom Chissor (Chissor Mountain)
- Phnom Da
- Phnom Ba Yang Resort
- Phnom Kleng
- Chruos Phaork
- Chup Pol Temple
