Angkor Thom - Wikipedia
Angkor Thom (Khmer: អង្គរធំ [ʔɑŋkɔː tʰom]; meaning "Great City"), alternatively Nokor Thom (Khmer: នគរធំ [nɔkɔː tʰom]), located in present-day Cambodia, was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer Empire.
Angkor Thom, The Great City - Smarthistory
Angkor Thom is not a singular temple dedicated to a Hindu deity such as Angkor Wat; instead, it is the name of one of the most impressive royal cities of the Angkor Period (9th–15th centuries) and an urban planning marvel.
Angkor Thom – Map, Visiting Guide, Highlights, History & more
2021年2月5日 · Angkor Thom, literally: “Great City”, contains several of the must-see temples and ancient sites including Bayon Temple, Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, Baphoun Temple, and many more. It’s a must-visit on a trip to Siem Reap and its ancient temples.
Angkor Thom - Angkor Archaeological Park - Siem Reap, Cambodia
2022年11月23日 · Angkor Thom was founded by King Jayavarman VII, one of the most important figures of the Khmer Empire. He was a Buddhist, and during the time of his reign oversaw a wholesale conversion of the Khmer people from Hinduism to Buddhism.
Angkor | History, Location, & Facts | Britannica
2024年11月9日 · 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 15th century, a period that is considered the classical era …
Angkor Thom: The Great Ancient Capital of Cambodia
2023年9月20日 · Nestled deep within the lush jungles north of Siem Reap, Cambodia, lies the ancient walled city of Angkor Thom. Built in the 12th century as the capital of the mighty Khmer Empire, this sprawling complex is one of the most awe-inspiring historical sites in Southeast Asia.
Angkor Thom - Great Angkor City - Angkor Wat Travel Guides - Angkor …
Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, was a fortified cit enclosing residences of priest, officials of the palace and military, as well as buildings for administering the kingdom.
Angkor Thom Travel Guide 2024 - Cambodia Travel
Angkor Thom (literally means “Great City”) was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer Empire. It was established in the late 12 th century as the capital of King Jayavarman VII’s regime.
Angkor Thom Temple Guide - The Great Angkor City - Just Siem …
Angkor Thom is the "great city" built by the ancient Khmer as their capital city. It is home to some of the biggest and most popular temples. Here you'll see Bayon temple and many other famous spots in the Angkor complex.
Angkor Thom - Ancient capital of the Khmer empire - Renown …
King Jayavarman VII made Angkor Thom the new capital of the Khmer Kingdom after driving out the Chams, who destroyed the old capital Yasodharapura. He fortified the city by building a high wall around it, in turn enclosed by a 100 meter wide moat.