Phnom Kulen National Park, a sacred and historically significant site located northeast of Siem Reap. Your visit starts at the River of a Thousand Lingas, known in Sanskrit as “Sahasralinga,” meaning one thousand lingas. Carved into the riverbed, these sacred symbols of Shiva include numerous lingas, some accompanied by yoni carvings, representing creation and fertility.

Beyond the lingas, admire a rich collection of stone carvings depicting important Hindu mythology scenes, such as Vishnu reclining on the cosmic ocean, Brahma emerging from Vishnu’s navel atop a lotus to create the world, along with various animal sculptures etched into the rock.

Continue to visit the Reclining Buddha, a revered statue carved directly into natural stone in the 16th century, reflecting the later Buddhist influence on this sacred mountain. Enjoy Kulen Waterfall, where you can relax and swim.