In the late 12th century (the main divinity of the Temple was dedicated in 1191), Preah Khan (or “Sacred Sword”) was a considerable city as well as a Buddhist university. Today, it is a temple that invites visitors to meander slowly through and admire the architecture, decoration, the famous Hall of Dancers and, of course, […]
Dedicated on 25 January 880 by King Indravarman I to his ancestors, the temple also called Holy Bull, features particularly refined stucco work on its brick walls. Elegant brick temple, it consists of six towers on a single base. Shiva was the main divinity worshiped at Preah Ko.
Five small temples set in a quiet area opposite the Terrace of the Leper King. Most of the construction seems to be from the 12th century but one of the temple is Buddhist and may date from the 14th century or even the 16th century. There are interesting carved lintels scattered on the ground. Note […]
The ROYAL PALACE compound is delimited by a 600-meter long, 250 meters wide laterite wall, delimits the Royal Palace compound. Many Kings have modified it during 600 years.
Royal Bath modeled around the year 1200 by Jayavarman VII. During the dry season, you can see the remains of an ancient temple in the center of this reservoir, like the Mebon in the center of the Baray. Good place to relax and walk around.
