Preah Khan - Angkor City, Cambodia

Entrance Walkway  (74k)

This Buddhist temple was built by Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his father in 1191.

Through Doorway   (78k)

These passages were not passable until the World Monument Fund sponsored restoration work.

Main Entrance   (76k)

The entire complex is about 140 acres; the main enclosed area is behind this wall.

Well preserved arch   (90k)

Scene from Hindu legend depicted in relief.

Well preserved remains   (97k)

Many smaller remnants remain and are cleaned and organized.

Giant silk-cotton tree   (95k)

These roots are so very large; see close-up of them.

Old wall   (99k)


Huge tree   (109k)


Apsara carving   (75k)

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