On November 12, 2026, Dr. Hang Peou, Director-General of the APSARA National Authority, together with deputy directors-general, advisers, department heads and colleagues, held an offering and blessing ceremony seeking the favour of the guardian spirits of land and water at West Mebon Temple, on an island in the middle of West Baray, also known as Baray Teuk Thla.
The ceremony sought the favour of deities and the guardian spirits of land and water to protect the temple and grant blessings, well-being, prosperity and auspicious success. It took place after the restoration and conservation of West Mebon Temple was fully completed in October 2026, after a total of 14 years. This completion marks an important step in restoring and preserving the ancient Khmer temple, ensuring its stability and safeguarding its architectural value for future generations.
According to plan, the royal ceremony marking the completion of restoration work and the official inauguration of West Mebon Temple will take place on November 16, 2026, with King Norodom Sihamoni of Cambodia, French President Emmanuel Macron and the First Lady presiding.
This event will showcase the achievements of efforts to restore and conserve Cambodia’s national cultural heritage for future generations. By: សុភ័ក្រ្ត
