KHUN CHHANG STUPA

Khun Chhang Historical Stupa — A Story in Stone and Sky

Rising quietly from the peaceful countryside near Koh Kong, the Khun Chhang Stupa honors one of Cambodia’s long-standing folk legends, a tale of love, loyalty, and fate.

Here, history is more than facts. It is a story passed down through generations, remembered by the people, and anchored at this sacred site that watches over calm lands and distant waters.

The Legend of Khun Chhang
The stupa commemorates Khun Chhang, one of the three key figures in the classic Khmer epic Khun Chhang Khun Phaen. Known as the faithful lover of Wanthong, his story is full of romance, rivalry, and heartbreak, similar to a Southeast Asian love triangle.

Unlike the grand temples of kings, this stupa reflects the emotional heritage of the people, a story of love rooted in devotion rather than conquest.

A Peaceful View and Local Legacy
Surrounded by quiet greenery and gentle breezes, the stupa is more than a historical monument. It is a place for reflection. Locals visit to pay respect, while others come to sit quietly. The simplicity is powerful: no crowds, no gates, just you, the stupa, and the story it preserves.

Location
The stupa is in Khemarak Phoumin District, a short drive from the center of Koh Kong.

How to Get There
It is easy to reach by motorbike or tuk-tuk and is often included in local historical tours. You can also visit it on the way to nearby natural sites, such as Peam Krasaop or Tatai Waterfall.

What to Bring
Comfortable shoes, sun protection, and a small offering if you wish to pay respects in the traditional Khmer way.

There are no tickets, no guides, and no large signs — only a quiet marker of a legend, inviting you to pause and remember that history is not always in the headlines. Sometimes, it is in a stupa, under a tree, beneath the wide Cambodian sky.