ASI Protected
Angkor Wat
Siem Reap, Siem Reap
12th Century CE
The largest religious monument in the world, originally a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, later converted to Buddhism. Represents Mount Meru.
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Details
- Dynasty
- Khmer
- Style
- Khmer
- Primary Deity
- Vishnu / Buddhist
- Languages
- Sanskrit
- Scripts
- Sanskrit
Historical Significance
Largest religious monument in world. On Cambodian flag. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Represents Mount Meru
Architectural Features
200-hectare complexFive central towersBas-relief galleries (800m)Moat system 1.5km x 1.3km