 Architecturally
and artistically superior temple-mountain. Beautifully carved false
doors on upper level, as well as an excellent view of the surrounding
countryside. Richly detailed, well-preserved carvings, particularly on
the lintels. Traditionally believed to be a funerary temple, but in fact
the state temple of Rajendravarman II. Historically important in that it
was the second temple built after the Khmer capital was returned to
Angkor after a period of political upheaval when the capital had been
moved to Koh Ker. The artistically similar East Mebon was the first to
be constructed after the return to Angkor, less than a decade earlier.. |
