Preah Palilay

Preah Palilay, late 13th century built Bayon style Buddhist temple. Its most distinctive feature with its chimney shaped and also one of the most atmospheric temples in Angkor Thom, located about 200m north of the Royal Enclosure's northern wall. It was erected during the rule of Jayavarman VII and originally housed a Buddha, which has long since vanished. There are several enormous trees looming large over the ruins central sanctuary.