04/12/2025
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Preah Dak Village, Preah Dak Commune, Banteay Srey District, Siem Reap Province, is home to the Banteay Samre Temple. Built by King Suryavarman II around the middle of the 12th century AD and dedicated to the Narayan Brahmanical sect. The inner foundation of the temple is made of laterite, and the roof of the hall surrounding the temple is made of wood and tile. The temple is composed of sandstone and laterite, and we can see that the walls of the hall are encircled by high ceilings. The temple is shaped like a letter with an open door in the center that extends to the east. The three other doors, which face north, south, and west, are closed with beautiful carvings. Other mythological sculptures can be found above the gate and by themselves in the doorway. A 200-meter-long walkway leads to the temple's eastern entrance, where two lions are stationed to watch it. The entryway is accompanied by a dragon handrail.