Vihear Suor: The Home of the Buffalo Race

Vihear Suor: The Home of the Buffalo Race

Vihear Suor: The Home of the Buffalo Race Nestled in the countryside of Kandal province, about 35km from Phnom Penh, lies Vihear Suor . For most of the year, it is a quiet, spiritual sanctuary known for its ancient magic. But once a year, the grounds explode with dust, cheering crowds, and the thundering hooves of water buffaloes. 📍 LOCATION Khsach Kandal, Kandal Province 🗓️ EVENT DATE Final Day of Pchum Ben (Usually Oct) ✨ FAMOUS FOR Buffalo & Horse Racing The Spiritual Heart of Kandal Locals believe Vihear Suor is a "magic" place. Couples struggling to conceive often come here to pray for children, and the site is home to a sacred branch of the Bodhi tree. The pagoda itself sits on pre-Angkorian foundations, linking it to the ancient history of the region. 🏆 The Festival of Speed Every year, on the last day of the Pchum Ben festival, the village transforms. It’s not just about buffaloes! Buffalo Racing: Riders race huge water buffaloes bareback down a dirt track. Horse Racing: Lo…