Guide to Cambodia: The Temples of Angkor

Angkor, the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire in central Cambodia, is one of the most magnificent sites in Southeast Asia. This recently updated and expanded Approach Guide serves as an ideal companion for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of the art and architecture of this great Empire.

After providing a brief background on the history of Angkor, this Approach Guide lays out -- on a feature-by-feature basis -- the distinguishing characteristics of the Khmer architectural style. For each architectural feature, this guide provides a detailed description and a perspective on how it changed over time; and in some cases, to provide added context, it offers images of Indian structures that served as inspiration for the Khmer. Finally, to make it easier for the reader to visually identify key features, it includes high-resolution images with color highlights.

With the stylistic framework in place, it then offers detailed profiles of the top architectural sites in Angkor:
• Angkor Wat;
• Angkor Thom, with a special focus on the Bayon;
• Banteay Srei;
• Ta Prohm; and
• Neak Pean.

For each site, this Approach Guide provides information on its history, layout, distinguishing features, and relief decoration. The overall goal of these site profiles is provide the reader with what is most important, a framework for understanding the site and what makes it special.

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