Wat Baydamram

Hundreds of endearing fruit bats hanging on tree branches make Wat Baydamram a very unique sight to behold.

Each temple in Battambang has its own uniqueness. For Wat Baydamram, it is due to the fact that the temple is an enormous Bodhi tree, making it home to many fruit bats. These bats are under the protection of the monks who live there.

Location

Wat Baydamram is about 15 kilometres south of Battambang city.

Opening Days and Hours

Wat Baydamram opens daily from 07:00 to 19:00.

Entry Fee and Bookings

It is free to enter the temple.

How to Get There

The most convenient way to get to Wat Baydamram is by catching a tuk-tuk or motoride from Battambang city.

Suggested For

The temple is great for anyone who wants to see a unique temple including small groups of friends, families with kids, backpackers, couples, and seniors.

Time to Spend

Most people spend about 2 hours exploring the temple grounds.

Popularity and Best Time to Go

As this temple is not very well-known amongst international visitors, it almost never gets crowded. The best time to visit is at sunset when the bats are active.

Food

A few food stalls are available that sell refreshments nearby. A must-try is the shaved ice with different jellies.

Nearby Attractions

You may want to visit Prassat Banan Vineyard, 10 minutes away by tuk-tuk, for wine tasting, and Wat Ek Phnom, which is about 15 minutes away by tuk-tuk.

Stay

Battambang offers a wide choice of accommodation options, such as budget guesthouses. Another option is to ask the monks if you can join them for one night to experience their highly disciplined lifestyle at the monastery.