Angkor (Khmer: អង្គរ [ʔɑŋkɔː], lit. 'capital city'), also known as Yasodharapura (Khmer: យសោធរបុរៈ; Sanskrit: यशोधरपुर), [1][2] was the capital city of the Khmer Empire, located in present-day …

Angkor, archaeological site in what is now northwestern Cambodia, lying 4 miles (6 km) north of the modern town of Siĕmréab. It was the capital of the Khmer (Cambodian) empire from the 9th to the …

Angkor, in Cambodia’s northern province of Siem Reap, is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia. It extends over approximately 400 square kilometres and consists of scores …

Though just one of hundreds of surviving temples and structures, the massive Angkor Wat is the most famed of all Cambodia’s temples—it appears on the nation’s flag—and it is revered for good...

Jun 9, 2025 · Angkor Wat, a symbol of Cambodia’s rich history and cultural heritage, stands as an architectural wonder that captivates millions each year. Constructed in the early 12th century during …

Discover the history of Angkor Wat and the Khmer Empire, once rulers of much of Southeast Asia. Explore how the temples of Angkor symbolize unity, resilience, and the rich cultural and religious …

Best known for the temple of Angkor Wat, today the Angkor Archaeological Area is one of the world’s most popular destinations for tourists and world travelers. It is also the subject of abundant scholarly …

May 29, 2025 · Angkor, the empire’s capital, was the largest pre-industrial city in the world, showcasing an advanced system of urban planning, reservoirs, and temples. It was in this thriving context that …

Angkor Wat is the most famous ancient temple site in Cambodia, and visiting the ancient Angkorian temples is the reason most visitors come to Cambodia, and to Siem Reap. With its five lotus-like …

Built between 1113 and 1150 by Suryavarman II as his state temple and capital city, Angkor Wat is, with its 200 hectares area, one of the largest religious monuments ever constructed. Its name means …