Ta Prohm Temple originally called Rajavihara was built in the 12 Century under the reign of the Khmer King, Jayavarman VII. Ta Prohm was built as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and is located inside the Royal City of Angkor Thom in the UNESCO World Heritage Angkor Archeological Park just outside of Siem Reap Cambodia.
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Bayon Temple Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
Bayon Temple also known as Prasat Bayon is located inside the Royal City of Angkor Thom in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Angkor Archeological Park of Siem Reap Cambodia.
Bayon was built in the 12th Century and is most well known for the 173 massive stone faces still standing on the many towers. They are huge. It is believed there were as many as 216 originally. The entire structure is covered in reliefs, decoration and carvings. The temple itself is very large and full of hallways, stairs and courtyards.
Preah Khan Temple Angkor Complex Siem Reap Cambodia
Preah Khan Temple is located in the Unesco World Heritage site of Angkor Temple Complex at Siem Reap Cambodia. Preah Khan was originally known as Nagar Jayasri which means Royal Sword or Holy Sword. The temple was built in the 12th Century and the complex covers 138 acres.
The Grand Baphuon Temple Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
The Grand Baphuon Temple Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
Baphuon Temple is a large Hindu temple with a grand 225 meter long elevated walkway built in the 11th century dedicated to the Lord Shiva. In the 15th Century it was converted into Buddhist temple with the addition of a reclining Buddha on the second level on the west side of the temple.
Amazing Carved Relief at Terrace of the Leper King Angkor Thom Siem Reap Cambodia
Terrace of the Leper King was built in the late 12th century and is a 80 foot long elevated platform for viewing parades and to hold audiences with the people. It is believed it is built to represent Mount Meru of Buddhist and Hindu belief.
Angkor Thom South Gate and Traditional Khmer, Kongkear Boat
Angkor Thom South Gate also know as Tonle Om Gate was built in the late 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. It is one of the 5 gates into the royal city of Angkor Thom.
Chau Say Tevoda Temple in the Angkor Wat Complex
Today we visited the Chau Say Tevoda Temple in the Angkor Wat Complex just outside of Siem Reap Cambodia
Chau Say Tevoda is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu. The temple was built in the 12th century