If you’re traveling along National Road 6 through Siem Reap Province, be sure to slow down as you enter Kampong Kdei. Tucked away just a few meters from the modern road is Spean Praptos, a breathtaking 12th-century stone bridge. With over 20 arches made of weathered laterite, it’s a living testament to the incredible engineering of the Khmer Empire. Standing here, you can almost feel the pulse of the ancient highway that once connected the capital to the rest of the kingdom.
Tip: Don’t just look at the bridge from the road; walk down to the riverbank to appreciate the scale of the corbeled arches. It’s a perfect spot for photography without the Angkor crowds!
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