Phnom Santok – Kampong Thom

Known by various names like Phnom Thom and Phnom Arth Santuk, Phnom Santok is rich in ancient heritage, including:

  • Buddha Statues: Three large Buddha statues, each over 10 meters long, carved from mountain rock.
  • Prasat Touch: A three-story sandstone pyramid beside an ancient temple and a rectangular pond.
  • Preah Bat Chann Tuk Statue: A sacred stone statue with smaller carvings, dating back to the reign of Preah Ponhea Dharma Reacha (1474-1494).

Locals believe in the tradition of dropping ancient coins into a small hole in two joined stones, producing a melodic sound—a custom passed down through generations.

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