Angkor Wat, Siem Reap Cambodia ~ 2011

 

 

 

Angkor Wat  'temple city / city of temples' located in northwest Cambodia, is the largest religious structure (temple complex) in the world by land area, measuring 162.6 hectares (401+3⁄4 acres). Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations. UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging programme to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.

 

 

 

Northern Library

 

 

Row of sculptures in the South Gate of Angkor Wat