Banteay Chhmar Temple(B. Meanchey)

Banteay Chhmar temple is a historical site located in Thmor Pouk district along National Road 69A, a bout 59 km north of the provincial town. A temple was built in the 12^th and 13^th centuries, during the reign of king Jayavarman VII. But years of the war have laid waste to the temple, and thieves and villagers have removed the statues and sculptures for sale in Thailand.

There are other temples in Banteay Meanchey province besides the Banteay Chhmar temple, including Banteay Toap, Preah Chhor and Pram temples.These temples, however, have not been conserved. Today, Banteay Chhmar temple is an important site in Banteay Meanchey province in the development of international tourism.