Angkor is the remains of an ancient kingdom in the jungle, consisting of dozens of ruined or restored temples spread over many square miles. |
Forgotten in the jungle for centuries, the first glimpse of Angkor by Western eyes was probably a lot like this ![]() |
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One of the many gates of Angkor ![]() |
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Angkor gate ![]() |
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Two figures ![]() |
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The walls of Angkor stretch for several kilometers ![]() |
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Not all are intact, of course ![]() |
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A guardian of the wall ![]() |
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The Bayon ![]() |
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One of the many faces of Angkor ![]() |
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Elephant terrace ![]() |
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Another gate ![]() |
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Phimeanakas ![]() |
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Palace pond ![]() |
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Temple hallway ![]() |
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Some of the structures look far from stable ![]() |
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East Mebon ![]() |
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Thommanon ![]() |
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Dried up pool ![]() |
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Proof that the ancient Khmer had sophisticated weather technology ![]() |
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Temple mountain Ta Keo ![]() |
Crossing the Tonle Sap
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