Banan moantain

Banan Temple is considered to be one of the most popular tourist attractions in Battambang. The construction of the temple was started by King Uttak Yeatittya Varman during his reign of 1050-1066 and was finally completed by King Jaya Varman VII during his rule of 1181-1219. The architectural style was adapted from that of 11th and 12th Century.
The beautiful temple is located on the top of a mountain located in Kon Tey 2 commune in Banan District. The mountain is 400 meters high from which the visitors can get a spectacular view of the town and the surrounding area and the nearby Sangker River. Battambang is the second largest city in Cambodia that lies along the riverside of Sangker and is home to many interesting and historical sites and temples.