Arriving at Thommanon Temple, a small and elegant temple located east of the Gate of Victory of Angkor Thom, the architecture echoes the elements of its slightly younger but much larger brother, Angkor Wat.Stepping into the restored splendour of the 900-year-old temple complex, ones eyes drawn to the two cauldrons of flame that welcome guests at the entrance. Then escorted by a traditional band through bare-chested temple guards with their ivory-tipped antique spears. Torches light the way as guests process through the temple, arriving in front of a field of candles that illuminate the ancient structure. Monks, in their saffron robes, chant a welcome prayer from the temple alcoves. The air is filled with the sound of music and the smell of incense. The Royal Apsara Ballet performers, dressed in their traditional costumes, glide through the shadows, their graceful movements casting intricate patterns on the walls.The music is hauntingly beautiful, and the dancers' movements are mesmerising. After the dance, a Khmer infused banquet is served followed by a high-octane performance by the locally famed Phare circus.&nbsp; Throughout the evening, group’s enjoy a different cultural performance in between each of the five courses of gourmet Khmer cuisine.

ENTRANCE PATH

FACING HISTORY MUSEUM

VENUE SETTING

VIEW FROM THE TEMPLE

COCKTAIL TABLE SETTING

TABLE SETTING

KHMER DANCE TROUPE

BUDDHIST MONKS IN ALCOVES

Atmosphere

Capacity

Wet Weather Backup

Restriction

Enshrouded in the forest, Thommanon is the setting for a more intimate temple event.

Thommanon Temple

Prasat Kravan Temple is a small and elegant temple located east of the Gate of Victory of Angkor Thom. Despite many temples of Angkor being in partial ruins, Prasat Kravan is still in good condition and a perfect location for a private event.&nbsp;One of the first temples built on the plain of Angkor; Prasat Kravan is 1100 years old and dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It is a five-tower temple and possesses the only carved brick bas relief ever built by the Khmer Empire. The temple was built without using mortar and is one of the last brick temples constructed by the Empire.Guests arrive at the candlelit front of the temple and are welcomed by the atmospheric sound of drummers.&nbsp; Then a traditional band escorts the group by torch and candlelight to the front of the temple and around to the dining area at the rear.&nbsp; Here an open air dining set up glows by candles and soft lighting whilst the temple itself is lit up by a striking light show.&nbsp; Whilst dinner is served, guests are treated to an array of cultural entertainment from the Royal Ballet of Phnom Penh (special arrangement), spiritual Khmer dancing and music or more upbeat Phare Circus acts.

TEMPLE AT DUSK

SET UP LOCATION

VENUE LIGHTING AND STAGING

VENUE LIGHTING AND DINNER SETTING

STAGING & ENTERTAINMENT

STAGE AND KHMER DANCE

SPRITUAL DANCE PERFORMANCE

KHMER DANCE PERFORMANCE

Siem Reap’s main temple for events, allowing creativity to shine.

Prasat Kravan Temple

Within Siem Reap town next to the river, lies a vibrant working Pagoda. This relatively small temple is well-preserved and has some beautiful features. The temple is made of sandstone and features a number of intricate carvings. The main sanctuary of the temple is topped by a five-tiered roof.&nbsp;We step through the gates of this hidden oasis and are immediately transported to another world. The temple grounds are peaceful and tranquil, with lush greenery and towering sandstone structures. The air is filled with the sound of birdsong and the gentle trickle of water from a nearby fountain. We can smell the sweet scent of incense wafting from the main sanctuary.As we enter the temple grounds, we see intricate carvings that adorn the walls and pillars. The carvings depict scenes from Hindu mythology, as well as everyday life in ancient Cambodia.Monks in their orange saffron robes appear from the alcoves of the ruins chanting a blessing in Pali (Buddhist language) as guests make their way to their tables. An evening of fine dining Khmer cuisine is prepared under an evocative backdrop of both the ruins and the modern day pagoda behind it. The setting is ideal for a genteel performance of Khmer dance and art or a string quartet. For something more energetic, the Phare Cambodia circus can perform on the natural stage beside the ruins.

VENUE SETTING AT DUSK

MONK ARRIVAL

VENUE LIGHTING

VENUE ENTRANCE

VIEW OF COURTYARD

BACK AREA OF THE TEMPLE

TEMPLE BACKDROP

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A hidden gem close to Siem Reap town and exclusive to Asia Concierge.

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After Angkor Wat itself the Bayon is arguably Cambodia’s most famous temple site. This colossal temple was built in the late 12th or early 13th century with the exact date being unknown. It was constructed well after Angkor Wat by a century or so and whilst not the last temple built in Angkor, it was certainly the last of the large state temples to be built. It was the centerpiece of the Buddhist king Jayavarman VII’s massive temple building spree that included many nearby temples.&nbsp;The single most dramatic feature of the Bayon are its 173 gigantic faces remaining its towers with debate and theories going on to this day over who the faces actually represent.&nbsp;[next_column]
On special, and rare, occasions, the Bayon is lit up at night, whilst the surrounding jungle is silent and asleep. Regular visitors are not allowed after sunset making for an eery spectacle of man made grandeur in an environment enveloped by the natural world.Guest arrive at the East gate entrance where cocktails and canapés are served as gibbons and monkeys can be heard settling in for the night. Wandering around to the side of the temple a fine dining setting is placed in full view of its gigantic towers, with its faces lit up and watching over its guests.Monks chant in the alcoves as dinner is served whilst elegant Khmer dance performances provide entertainment between courses. This is a grand event that is highly priced and highly prized.

RECEPTION

ENTRANCE WAY

CANDLELIT PATHWAYS

THE BAYON AT DUSK

THE BAYON FLOODLIT

PRE DINNER SETUP

DINING AREA

The Bayon is the grandest temple of all but requires particular special permission.

The Bayon Temple

Lying some 30 minutes journey time from Siem Reap, Banteay Samre temple is a hidden gem and considered perhaps one of the most beautiful of the smaller ancient temple sites. Built in the early 11th century as a Hindu temple under the reign of King Suryavarman II (reign 1113 – c.1150 AD), Banteay Samre has been beautiful preserved over the centuries and is famed for its predominantly sandstone build, which is a blaze of colour as the sun sets.The temples pediments and lintels are decorated with very intricate and well preserved carvings of Hindu mythological stories and Buddhist depictions.&nbsp;[next_column]Whilst the dining and entertainment at Banteay Samre is the same offering at other temple sites, the location feels more exclusive and hidden. The intricate sandstone walls and carvings are beautifully highlighted by soft lighting at night, whilst its many alcoves are the perfect setting for elegant cultural performances of dance and music, as well as the evocative sound of monks chanting in unison.Due to the longer distance from town and its intimacy, Bantreay Samre is not often used for private events, and herein lies the attraction.

TEMPLE ENTRANCE

TEMPLE SETTING

SETTING ON ARRIVAL

DINING AT THE EVENT

MARTIAL ARTS PERFORMANCE

DANCE IN THE ALCOVES

APSARA DANCERS

TRADITIONAL DANCE

ATMOSPHERE

CAPACITY

WET WEATHER BACK UP

RESTRICTIONS

A more distant, and therefore exclusive, temple renowned for its exquisite sandstone.

Banteay Samre Temple

The Athakon house is built on two large rice fields, which for many years were fed by streaming water originating from the Phnom Kulen holy mountain. The unique shape of the house is inspired by classic Khmer architecture.&nbsp;The center of Athakon is an octagonal shape represents the Mount Meru and is the major meeting space where we will start with a pre-dinner cocktail. At the raised ground level, the lobby is surrounded by four large pounds, filled with streaming water, plants and waterliles.&nbsp;At the top floor one can sense the open space beyond with a 360 degree view all around the landscape. Striking sunsets can be experienced from the high lifted lobby, while bridges and steps connect the lobbies with four central corner houses.Descending the stairs, guests enter the garden and poolside which is the setting for a Khmer, cultural enthused evening with delicate lighting highlighting the architecture of the surrounding villas.During the course of the evening various performances of Khmer art and dance take place including the option to bring in the famed Phare Circus acts for a touch of contemporary meets comedy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dinner may be plated or buffet style in a casual garden environment.

WALKWAYS BETWEEN VILLAS

INTERIOR DECOR

POOLSIDE & GARDEN

POOL AREA

Dining SET UP POOLSIDE

A private Khmer home of architectural merit is a delightful venue for a garden event.

Athakon House

Cambodia’s capital vibrant drinks scene is exploding with speakeasies, micro-distilleries and swanky hotel bars such as Rosewood Phnom Penh’s Sora sky bar. Looking down from the 37th-floor expansive terrace of Rosewood Phnom Penh’s Sora sky bar, the sprawling urban metropolis comes in full view. Cambodia’s capital buzzes with a youthful population, a swarm of two-wheelers and tuk-tuks. Interspersed in the traffic are glitzy cars, big pick-up style vehicles and one Rolls Royce the city boasts of.Among the bustle stands the tallest building of the city, the ultra-modern Rosewood Hotel boasting 175 luxuriously appointed rooms complete with plush spa facilities, dining venues and seven bars, of which Sora sky bar stands out. Quite literally, as its outdoor terrace projects out of the building like a futuristic spaceship’s landing bay.This outdoor space is ideal for medium to large group gatherings for cocktails and a heavy canapé dinner. Overlooking the ever changing skyline of Phnom Penh, the sweeping views ensure there is always something to look at and the setting requires little, if any, additional decor. There is also a small stage area for a jazz band, a string quartet or even a DJ for a more upbeat evening event.The indoor bar area and whiskey bar provides overflow and a wet weather back up in case of showers but is also a destination onto itself. Whilst Phnom Penh is growing its range of cool bars and hip dining spots, the Sora remains the city’s key drinking establishment with a view.

OUTDOOR TERRACE AND LOUNGE

SUNSET OVER PHNOM PENH

OUTDOOR TERRACE AT DUSK

OUTDOOR LOUNGES

STAGE AREA

INDOOR BAR AREA

BARTENDERS IN ACTION

Cambodia’s most sophisticated bar venue overlooks the city from its towering position.

The Sora Bar

The National Museum of Cambodia houses one of the world's greatest collections of Khmer cultural material including sculpture, ceramics and ethnographic objects from the prehistoric, pre-Angkorian, Angkorian and post-Angkorian periods.Housed in a graceful terracotta structure of traditional design (built 1917-20) just north of the Royal Palace, its central location and peaceful position opposite the waterfront, endures visitors with its impressive architecture. It is one of the most striking buildings still standing in modern day ‘Indochina’ and private access is only granted selectively.The outdoor courtyard is connected to a central sculpture/statue via walkways and adjacent ponds. Here bamboo torches line the way with hundreds of candles alongside the pond edges. Cocktail tables are positioned throughout the courtyard with drinks and canapés served throughout the evening. We recommend an arrival just prior to sunset to appreciate the soft light and changing colours of the building as dark ensues.While the interior of the museum is open to visit at the time of a private event, no food or drinks are allowed inside due to the highly prized value of the works of art in place.As this location is filled with history and rich cultural relics of the Angkorean period we feel a string quartet is the ideal soft entertainment to provide as guests enjoy the evening arrangement.

150 GUESTS IN COURTYARD  (COCKTAILS & CANAPES ONLY)

RECOMMEND DURING DRY SEASON ONLY NOVEMBER - MARCH

INDOOR EVENTS NOT CONSIDERED.  NO SIT DOWN DINNER POSSIBLE.

One of Indochina’s finest buildings, housing works of Khmer and Angkorean art.

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