World Heritage Identification Number: 1224
World Heritage since: 2008
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇰🇭 Cambodia
Continent: Asia
UNESCO World Region: Asia and the Pacific
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Temple of Preah Vihear: A Remarkable Khmer Masterpiece
The Temple of Preah Vihear, located on the edge of a plateau that overlooks the plains of Cambodia, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess and religious fervor of the Khmer Empire. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, this temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva offers a unique blend of architectural excellence, intricate stone carvings, and harmonious integration with the natural environment.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Situated on the edge of a plateau that dominates the plain of Cambodia, the Temple of Preah Vihear is dedicated to Shiva. The Temple is composed of a series of sanctuaries linked by a system of pavements and staircases over an 800 metre long axis and dates back to the first half of the 11th century AD. Nevertheless, its complex history can be traced to the 9th century, when the hermitage was founded. This site is particularly well preserved, mainly due to its remote location. The site is exceptional for the quality of its architecture, which is adapted to the natural environment and the religious function of the temple, as well as for the exceptional quality of its carved stone ornamentation.
Encyclopedia Record: Preah Vihear
Preah Vihear is an ancient Hindu temple built by the Khmer Empire on top of a 525-metre (1,722 ft) cliff in the Dângrêk Mountains, in Cambodia.Additional Site Details
Area: 154.7 hectares
Coordinates: 14.3883333333 , 104.6838888889
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