Phnom Sorsia
ភ្នំសសៀរ
A limestone hill between Kampot and Kep with caves, including White Elephant Cave, next to a hilltop temple. The views take in the salt fields and the coast.
Phnom Sorsia lies beside the road from Kampot to Kep. A flight of steps leads to a temple halfway up the hill, which has several limestone caves. White Elephant Cave takes its name from a stalactite that resembles a white elephant. Buddha images are housed inside, and some sections require crawling or climbing. From the summit you can look out over the salt fields, rice paddies and the Kep coastline. Entry is free or by donation, and a visit takes about an hour. It is a convenient stop on the way to Kep or the pepper farms. The caves are slippery and dimly lit, so bring a flashlight.
Opening hours
About 07:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Secret Lake (Tomnop Tek Krolar)
- La Plantation Pepper Farm
- Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple
- Kampot Salt Fields
- Kampot Provincial Museum
- Kampot Night Market
- Kampot Riverside & Old Town
- Teuk Chhou Rapids