EXPLORING THE TREASURES OF ANGKOR - A MEMORABLE JOURNEY

Angkor, at the heart of the Khmer empire, is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Stretching over hundreds of square miles, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. There are always mysterious things that attract many visitors from all over the world to come and discover. You might be one of these!

Brief introduction about Angkor Capital

The high concentration of monuments at Angkor Thom and their relatively proximity to one another make for a visit on foot that offers a complete, albeit summary, overview of Khmer architecure as well as a picture of the life of that time.

A walk around the walls, with their monumental gates and the divine protectors standing in front of them, reveals how the defense of the complex was based on more symbolic-estoreic elements than on military structures proper, while a walk inside the palace enclosure revolves around the Phimeanakas, an ancient legendary site.

Angkor Wat Temple before sunset, Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Arounf the Royal Square, the luxurious monuments - the Baphuon, the Terrace of the Leper King and Terrace of the Elephants, the Terrace of Tep Pranam, the Prasat Suor Prat and the Khleang (whose function is still a mystery) - bespeak imperial grandeur.

The complex and rather disturbing Bayoniss the last megalomaniacal monument built to hornor the deification of the king. The loomping presence of these gigantic constructions is mitigated by the large areas of greenery that were once populated by dwellings and service structures and are now an oasis of dream - like silence that boasts the Preah Palilay with its carved scenes from Buddha's life and the fascinating, deserted temples of the Preah Pithu.

About the legendary history

 

Angkor Thom is an almost square city surrounded by 8 meter high walls a little over 12 kilometers long with five impressive gopura gates providing access to the city. The city’s name translates to “large city” or “great city”.

The whole landscape of the old Capital

King Jayavarman VII made Angkor Thom the new capital of the Khmer Kingdom after driving out the Chams , who destroyed the old capital Yasodharapura. He fortified the city by building a high wall around it, in turn enclosed by a 100 meter wide moat.

Where to visit in Angkor Wat?

Prek Toal
A bird lovers' paradise, the Prek Toal sanctuary is home to rare storks and pelicans.

Angkor and the paradise of Preak Toal

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