Killing Caves of Phnom Sampeau
Phnom Sampeau
Limestone caves in the Cambodian countryside, once the site of genocide, now a place of peaceful beauty.

šŸ“œ Khmer Rouge execution site on Phnom Sampeau, a hill southwest of Battambang.
šŸ” Limestone caves, now a memorial and place of peaceful beauty.

Why Go

šŸ•Šļø Peaceful beauty and memorial site
šŸ’ Macaque monkeys and millions of bats at dusk
ā›°ļø Mountain dotted with wats, statues, and lookout points
šŸ™ Huge golden Buddha inside the main cave

Why Avoid

šŸ˜” Somber atmosphere due to history of genocide

Tips

šŸ“ Located 7 miles (11 km) southwest of Battambang
šŸš¶ Stairways lead up the mountain to the caves

Last updated 28 days ago

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