Also home to Silver Pagoda, one of few places in Cambodia where artefacts embodying richness of Khmer culture can still be viewed. Also see Museum of Pol Pot genocide. 100 or so temples sacred remains of what was once much larger administrative and religious center. Temples built between 9th and 13thCs to glorify succession of Khmer kings. Most of Angkor abandoned in 15thC and temples became cloaked by forest.
Restoration continues today.
Prehar Vihear Temple now open. Currently being redeveloped as tourist attraction, with casino planned for Naga Island. Best of beaches - probably Ochatial Beach, although worth riding bike down to Independence Beach, to check out allegedly haunted Independence Hotel. There are about 30 'Controls' from Phnom Penh to Battambang. From Battambang to Sisophon about 5,000 Riels and only 5 'Controls'.