Preah Sihanouk Provincial Television

West Mebon Temple Set for Official Inauguration in November, Focusing on Conservation and Heritage Value

PENH SopheakAI translatedRead original

On the morning of October 15, 2026, His Excellency Dr. Hang Pov, Director General of the National Authority for Preah Khan Angkor (APSARA), led a team of specialists to the West Mebon temple site to review the progress of work and to arrange the landscaping around the temple, ensuring a beautiful appearance and good order in preparation for the official inauguration ceremony to be held in November 2026.


The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that the arrangement of the site and the surrounding environment of the temple is appropriate and well prepared for the official inauguration ceremony, as well as to demonstrate the attention of APSARA National Authority to conserving, maintaining, and enhancing the value of ancient temples, which are valuable cultural heritage properties of the nation.

West Mebon temple is an important ancient structure in the Angkor region, with historical, architectural, and cultural value. The upcoming preparation and inauguration are part of efforts to preserve cultural heritage and create appropriate conditions for the public to learn about and appreciate the unique value of Khmer cultural heritage.

Article by: Sopheaktra