Description
Phnom Chi Dos is a brick temple site on a small hill in the Prey Kri area of Chol Kiri. It is also recorded as Phnom Sdach Chidos and Kiri Vongkut Mountain Temple.
The ancient remains and the hill setting make a distinctive heritage outing. Published site mapping is approximate, so local knowledge is useful for choosing the actual approach.
Locality and place context ↗How to Get There
From Phnom Penh, travel north on National Road 5 to Kampong Chhnang by bus, minivan or car. The town is the road base for Roleabier and Teuk Phos, with separate river routes toward lake communities.
Continue toward Prey Kri, Chol Kiri for Phnom Chi Dos Temple. The road journey reaches the local approach or hill base; climbing, cave and mountain sections continue on foot. A driver for the outward journey does not replace the return transport.
Road and transport context ↗Admission
A hill walk, a religious site, parking and a guided trek may have separate charges. A reliable current tariff for this destination is not published in the reviewed sources.
Things to Do
Look at surviving brickwork and the way the small temple occupies the hill. Keep to existing paths and ask a local custodian about worship and visiting practice.
Locality and place context ↗What to Eat
Freshwater fish, rice-noodle soup and rice with cooked vegetables are practical meals in town. Buy drinking water and picnic supplies before continuing to the hills or lake.
Where to Stay
Stay in Kampong Chhnang town for the market, riverfront and onward day trips. A visit to a lake village does not require sleeping on a floating house.
Best Time to Visit
Start early for cooler walking and clearer planning around the return. November to February is generally more comfortable for an exposed climb; wet-season trails and cave floors can be slippery.
Before You Go
Do not climb the remains or move fragments. Confirm the district when using the Kiri Vongkut alias; it also occurs in the name of the separate Reap Bat monastery.
Videos
Watch visits and stories about this place. Older footage may show different access, facilities or river conditions.
Phnom Chi Dos - Kiri Vongkut Mountain Temple
By Cambodia Ancient Temples
Creator footage matched to this place by title and locality. This is a recorded visit; the approach, landscape and services may have changed.
Published 2021-03-01
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Location map
Area overview: Prey Kri Khang Tbong village orientation
Shows the wider destination area. Entrances, parking and boat landings can be elsewhere.
Location reference ↗Prey Kri, Chol Kiri, Kampong Chhnang Province, Cambodia
Guide reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices and access can change.
