Wat Damrey Sor
វត្តដំរីស
The 'White Elephant Temple' at the southern end of the old town, with a white elephant statue in its courtyard, next to the museum and easy to visit on the way.
Wat Damrey Sor, meaning 'White Elephant Temple', is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Battambang. Its main hall is brightly colored, and the courtyard has a white elephant sculpture and rows of stupas. A monastic school is also housed within the temple. It sits right beside the Battambang Museum, and the two can be visited together. Entry to the temple is free. Visitors should wear clothing that covers the knees and remove their shoes before entering the hall. Monks chanting can be seen in the morning.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Battambang Museum
- Battambang Railway Station
- French Colonial Old Town
- Phsar Nat (Central Market)
- Ta Dumbong Statue
- Wat Kor Ancient Houses
- Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus
- Well of Shadows Memorial