by Puy Lekh | May 18, 2023 | Blog
Angkor Thom is a large fortified city in Cambodia that served as the capital of the Khmer Empire from the late 12th century to the early 15th century. It was built by King Jayavarman VII, who is considered one of the greatest rulers of Khmer history. Angkor Thom...
by Puy Lekh | Nov 3, 2022 | Blog
The Elephants terrace is a part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, is a ruined temple complex in Angkor area. The Elephant terrace was used by the Khmer king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to view his victorious returning army. It was connected to the palace...
by Puy Lekh | Oct 27, 2022 | Blog
Baphoun Temple was built in the mid-11th century, there is a three-tiered temple mountain. It was built as the state temple by Udayadityavarman II and was dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. It is the archetype of the Baphuon style with intricate carvings covering every...
by Puy Lekh | Oct 22, 2022 | Blog
The Bayon temple was built by Khmer king in 12th century in the heart of Angkor Thom city and the only Angkorian state temple to be built primarily to worship Buddhist deities, though a great number of minor and local deities were also encompassed as representatives...