Angkor Thom was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late twelfth century by king Jayavarman VII.It covers an area of 9 km², within which are located several monumentsfrom earlier eras as well as those established by Jayavarman and hissuccessors. At the centre of the city is Jayavarman's state temple, theBayon, with the other major sites clustered around the Victory Square immediately to the north.
Bayon temple, Angkor ThomAngkor Thom was established as the capital of Jayavarman VII'sempire, and was the centre of his massive building programme. Oneinscription found in the city refers to Jayavarman as the groom and thecity as his bride.
Bayon temple, Angkor ThomAngkor Thom was established as the capital of Jayavarman VII'sempire, and was the centre of his massive building programme. Oneinscription found in the city refers to Jayavarman as the groom and thecity as his bride.
