Phnom Penh ...34 Siem Reap ...88 Temples Of

Total Page:16

File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb

Phnom Penh ...34 Siem Reap ...88 Temples Of Every listing is recommended by our authors, and their favourite places are listed first Look out for these icons: Our author’s top A green or No payment o recommendation S sustainable option F required PHNOM PENH . .34 Kleangs & Prasat Suor Prat . .140 AROUND PHNOM PENH . 83 Kien Svay . 83 AROUND ANGKOR THOM . 141 Koh Dach . 83 Baksei Chamkrong . 141 Udong . 84 Phnom Bakheng . 141 Tonlé Bati . .85 Chau Say Tevoda . .142 Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre . 86 Thommanon . .142 Phnom Chisor . .87 Spean Thmor . .142 Kirirom National Park . .87 Ta Keo . .142 Ta Nei . .142 SIEM REAP . .88 Ta Prohm . .142 AROUND SIEM REAP . 113 Banteay Kdei & Sra Srang . .143 Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary . 113 Prasat Kravan . .144 Ang Trapeng Thmor Reserve . 115 Preah Khan . .144 Floating Village of Chong Preah Neak Poan . .145 Kneas . 116 Ta Som . .145 Kompong Pluk . 116 Eastern Baray & Kompong Khleang . 116 Eastern Mebon . .146 Me Chrey . 117 Pre Rup . .146 Banteay Samré . .147 TEMPLES OF Western Baray & ANGKOR . 118 Western Mebon . 147 ANGKOR WAT . 125 ROLUOS TEMPLES . 147 Preah Ko . 147 ANGKOR THOM . 135 Bakong . .148 Bayon . .136 Lolei . .148 Baphuon . .139 Royal Enclosure & AROUND ANGKOR . 148 Phimeanakas . .139 Phnom Krom . .148 Preah Palilay . .140 Phnom Bok . .148 Tep Pranam . .140 Chau Srei Vibol . .149 Preah Pithu . .140 Banteay Srei . .149 Terrace of the Kbal Spean . .152 Leper King . .140 Phnom Kulen . .152 Terrace of Elephants . .140 Beng Mealea . .153 See the Index for a full list of destinations covered in this book. On the Road REMOTE ANGKORIAN PURSAT PROVINCE . .209 Around Kompong Cham . 248 SITES . .154 Pursat . 209 KRATIE PROVINCE . .250 Koh Ker . .154 Kompong Luong . 211 Kratie . .251 Northern Cardamom Around Kratie . 253 SOUTH COAST . 158 Mountains . 211 Chhlong . 254 KOH KONG PROVINCE . 160 BATTAMBANG PROVINCE . 212 STUNG TRENG Koh Kong City . .160 PROVINCE . .254 Battambang . .212 Koh Kong Conservation Stung Treng . 255 Corridor . .164 Around Battambang . 220 Around Stung Treng . .257 THE SOUTHERN PAILIN PROVINCE . 222 ISLANDS . 168 RATANAKIRI Pailin . 222 PROVINCE . .258 Koh Sdach Archipelago . .169 Samlaut . 224 Ban Lung . 258 Koh Rong & Koh Rong BANTEAY MEANCHEY Around Ban Lung . 264 Samloem . 171 PROVINCE . .224 Koh Russei . .173 Poipet . 224 MONDULKIRI PROVINCE . 267 Koh Ta Kiev . 174 Sisophon . .227 Sen Monorom . 268 Koh Thmei . 174 Banteay Chhmar . 228 Around Sen Monorom . .271 KOMPONG SOM ODDAR MEANCHEY Seima Protection Forest . .272 PROVINCE . 174 PROVINCE . .229 Mimong . .272 Sihanoukville . .175 Anlong Veng . 229 Koh Nhek . .273 Around Sihanoukville . .188 PREAH VIHEAR KAMPOT PROVINCE . 189 PROVINCE . 231 Kampot . .189 Tbeng Meanchey . 232 Around Kampot . .194 Prasat Preah Vihear . 233 Bokor National Park . .194 Chhep Vulture-Feeding Station . 235 Kep . .195 Preah Khan . 235 Around Kep . .199 KOMPONG THOM TAKEO PROVINCE . .200 PROVINCE . .238 Takeo . 200 Kompong Thom . 238 Around Takeo . 202 Around Kompong Thom . 240 NORTHWESTERN EASTERN CAMBODIA . 204 CAMBODIA . .243 KOMPONG CHHNANG KOMPONG CHAM PROVINCE . .205 PROVINCE . 245 Kompong Chhnang . 205 Kompong Cham . 245.
Recommended publications
  • Inventaire-CIK-09042017.Pdf
    Autre(s) Nb de Date Estampages Estampages Autres K. Ext. Ind. Pays, province Lieu d’origine Situation actuelle Type Détails Matériau Langue Éditions/traductions n° lignes (śaka) EFEO BNF est. In situ ; dans la maçonnerie de 1 - - - Vietnam, An Giang Vat Thling l’autel de la pagode du village de Stèle 26 Khmer vie-viie 271 302 (34) - IC VI, p. 28-30 Lê Hoat, Châu Đốc Dalle formant seuil du tombeau du BEFEO XL, p. 480 2 - - - Vietnam, An Giang Phnom Svam ou Nui Sam In situ (en 1923, Cœdès 1923) Dalle 12 Sanskrit xe - 301 (34) - mandarin Nguyên (chronique) Ngoc Thoai ; Ruinée Trouvée sur l'allée In situ (en 2002), enchassé dans 303 (34) ; 471 3 - - - Vietnam, An Giang Linh Son Tu Piédroit principale de Linh Schiste ardoisier 11 Sanskrit vie-viie n. 295 - Cœdès 1936, p. 7-9 l'autel de Linh Son Tu (79) Son Tu 4 - - - Vietnam, An Giang Linh Son Tu Inconnue Stèle Ruinée 12 Khmer xe - 304 (34) - - Vietnam, Đồng Thap Muoi, Prasat Pram BTLSHCM 2893 (Kp 1, 2) ; 305 (69) ; 472 5 - - - Piédroit Schiste ardoisier 22 Sanskrit ve 329 ; n. 15 - Cœdès 1931, p. 1-7 Tháp Loveng BTLS 5964? (79) Vietnam, Đồng Thap Muoi, Prasat Pram 6 - - - Inconnue Stèle 10 Khmer vie-viie - 306 (34) - Cœdès 1936, p. 5 Tháp Loveng Vietnam, Đồng Thap Muoi, Prasat Pram Chapiteau 307 (34) ; 473 7 - - - Inconnue 20 Khmer vie-viie 331 ; n. 16 - Cœdès 1936, p. 3-5 Tháp Loveng (?) (79) Vietnam, Đồng Thap Muoi, Prasat Pram 308 (34) ; 474 8 - - - DCA 6811 Piédroit Schiste ardoisier 10 Khmer vie-viie 259 ; n.
    [Show full text]
  • Cambodia-10-Contents.Pdf
    ©Lonely Planet Publications Pty Ltd Cambodia Temples of Angkor p129 ^# ^# Siem Reap p93 Northwestern Eastern Cambodia Cambodia p270 p228 #_ Phnom Penh p36 South Coast p172 THIS EDITION WRITTEN AND RESEARCHED BY Nick Ray, Jessica Lee PLAN YOUR TRIP ON THE ROAD Welcome to Cambodia . 4 PHNOM PENH . 36 TEMPLES OF Cambodia Map . 6 Sights . 40 ANGKOR . 129 Cambodia’s Top 10 . 8 Activities . 50 Angkor Wat . 144 Need to Know . 14 Courses . 55 Angkor Thom . 148 Bayon 149 If You Like… . 16 Tours . 55 .. Sleeping . 56 Baphuon 154 Month by Month . 18 . Eating . 62 Royal Enclosure & Itineraries . 20 Drinking & Nightlife . 73 Phimeanakas . 154 Off the Beaten Track . 26 Entertainment . 76 Preah Palilay . 154 Outdoor Adventures . 28 Shopping . 78 Tep Pranam . 155 Preah Pithu 155 Regions at a Glance . 33 Around Phnom Penh . 88 . Koh Dach 88 Terrace of the . Leper King 155 Udong 88 . Terrace of Elephants 155 Tonlé Bati 90 . .. Kleangs & Prasat Phnom Tamao Wildlife Suor Prat 155 Rescue Centre . 90 . Around Angkor Thom . 156 Phnom Chisor 91 . Baksei Chamkrong 156 . CHRISTOPHER GROENHOUT / GETTY IMAGES © IMAGES GETTY / GROENHOUT CHRISTOPHER Kirirom National Park . 91 Phnom Bakheng. 156 SIEM REAP . 93 Chau Say Tevoda . 157 Thommanon 157 Sights . 95 . Spean Thmor 157 Activities . 99 .. Ta Keo 158 Courses . 101 . Ta Nei 158 Tours . 102 . Ta Prohm 158 Sleeping . 103 . Banteay Kdei Eating . 107 & Sra Srang . 159 Drinking & Nightlife . 115 Prasat Kravan . 159 PSAR THMEI P79, Entertainment . 117. Preah Khan 160 PHNOM PENH . Shopping . 118 Preah Neak Poan . 161 Around Siem Reap . 124 Ta Som 162 . TIM HUGHES / GETTY IMAGES © IMAGES GETTY / HUGHES TIM Banteay Srei District .
    [Show full text]
  • Discovery Guide Welcome
    DISCOVERY GUIDE WELCOME An ancient world inviting exploration. Located in the heart of Siem Reap, Anantara Angkor Resort is your ultimate access point to discover the ancient majesty of the Khmer empire. Admire the transcendent beauty as the sun’s first rays caress Angkor Wat. Marvel at nature reclaiming millennia-old temples. Gaze at exotic wildlife and spectacular natural attractions at the largest lake in Southeast Asia. Enjoy a romantic, candlelit dinner and Apsara show. The only limit is your imagination. We warmly invite you to peruse our carefully selected range of excursions to help stimulate your sense of curiosity and adventure. From these inspirational possibilities, we look forward to helping you curate adventures that nurture your passions and create unforgettable memories. Hospitably yours, Discovery Team ABOUT ANGKOR The most significant religious monument ever to have been constructed, the temples of Angkor are the greatest legacy of the mighty Khmer Empire and the ultimate expression of Cambodian ingenuity. Built over centuries, the ruins of this holy city are the remnants of the Angkorian capitals and represent the pinnacle of this ancient civilization. Angkor was the capital of the Khmer Empire, which flourished from approximately the 9th to 15th centuries and has been recognised as one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Spread across a staggering 400 square kilometers, the Angkor Archaeological Park is home to the remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire. 2 3 CONTENT CULINARY
    [Show full text]
  • Kingdom of Cambodia the Temple of Preah Vihear Inscribed on the World Heritage List (Unesco) Since 2008
    KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA THE TEMPLE OF PREAH VIHEAR INSCRIBED ON THE WORLD HERITAGE LIST (UNESCO) SINCE 2008 Edited by the Office of the Council of Ministers PHNOM PENH MAY 2010 ON THE SUCCESSFUL INSCRIPTION OF THE TEMPLE OF PREAH VIHEAR ON THE WORLD HERITAGE LIST (07 July 2008, Quebec, Canada during the 32nd session of the World Heritage Committee) “This is a new sense of pride for the people of our Kingdom, as well as for all the people in the region and the world that the Temple of Preah Vihear was recognized by ICOMOS as an outstanding masterpiece of Khmer architecture with an outstanding universal value, and was inscribed on the World Heritage List.” “The inscription of the Temple of Preah Vihear requires the international community as a whole to protect and preserve this world heritage for the benefits of future gen- erations.” Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo HUN SEN Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, 08 July 2008 “In fact, the Decision of the 31st session of the World Heritage Committee in Christchurch, New Zealand, July 2007 contains 3 conditions. First, it is essential that Cambodia strengthens the conservation of the Temple; second, Cambodia must develop an appropriate management plan and submit it to the World Heritage Centre by 01 February 2008, because the review process would take up many months until July, to see whether or not our management plan is appropriate; and third, Cambodia and Thailand should develop a close cooperation in support of the inscription. If Cambodia fulfills these three conditions, then in 2008 the inscription will be automatic.
    [Show full text]
  • Chapter 6 Inclusion and Exclusion
    CHAPTER 6 INCLUSION AND EXCLUSION 6.1 Introduction With the expanding influences of heritage management affirming the role of interpretative and associative spaces, it is argued in this research that the boundaries and relationships between heritage scales are being redrawn. This thesis has illustrated in the previous two chapters how heritage and heritage management practices at Angkor have been framed and abstracted within politically and socially constructed scales. This chapter considers how the social construction of heritage scales to facilitate heritage management and other control mechanisms influences the material qualities of heritage space through the inclusion and exclusion of aesthetics, behaviours and people. This will allow consideration of the relationships between scales, through their shifting boundaries. This chapter will illustrate the need to incorporate wider understandings of the geographical and cultural landscape into GIS‐based management systems. In exploring spatial and aesthetic perceptions of the Angkor landscape, consideration will be given to how boundaries are constructed spatially through the presence, or absence, of certain land uses. In particular, this chapter will discuss the construction of a ‘scale of modernity’ which functions as a counterpoint to the scaling of valued spaces. The scale of modernity comes about through a discourse within heritage management that ‘boxes’ off non‐heritage space, in particular juxtaposing heritage with the modern, often negatively. At Angkor it is the urban spaces of Siem Reap which have been excluded from valued and interpretative spaces, and subsequently can be seen as defined as within a scale of modernity. Through a comparison of urban and rural land covers, the consequences for landscape management of ontological differences between stakeholders are highlighted.
    [Show full text]
  • Styles Architectureaux
    STYLES ARCHITECTUREAUX Style Dates Roi Où à Angkor Caractéristiques principales PRE-ANGKORIEN Sambor Prei 610-650 Isanavarman I, Colonnettes rondes et simples avec des Kuk Bhavavarman II chapiteaux incorporant un bulbe. Prei Kmeng 635-700 Jayavarman Des chefs-d'œuvre de la sculpture, cependant une architecture limitée. Colonnettes plus larges avec beaucoup de décoration. Déclin général de qualité Kompong 700-800 Divers AkYum Plus d'anneaux décoratifs sur les colonnettes Preah qui restent cylindrique. Une continuation de construction en brique TRANSITOIRE Kulen 825-875 Jayavarman Continuation du style pré-angkorien, mais toutefois une période d'innovation et d'emprunts, comme les temples cham. Des tours généralement carrées et assez hautes. Utilisation de brique, avec des murs en latérite, et du grès pour les portes. Des colonnettes carrées et octogonales apparaissent. ANGKORIEN Preah Ko 877-886 Preah Ko, Bakong, Des plans simples: une ou plusieurs tours Lolei carrées en brique sur la même base. Première apparition d'enceintes concentriques, de gopuras et de «bibliothèques». Les «palais volants» ont été remplacés par des dvarapalas et devatas dans des niches. Premier temple- montagne important à Bakong. Bakheng 889-923 Yasovarman I, Bakheng, Phnom Krom, Développement des temple-montagnes. Le grès Harshavarman I Phnom Bok, est plus utilisé, surtout pour les temples Baksei Chamkrong importants; plus de sculptures décoratives en (trans.) pierre. Koh Ker 921 -944 Jayavarman IV L'échelle diminue vers le centre. La brique reste la matière principale, mais le grès est aussi utilisé. Prè Rup 944-968 Râjendravarman Prè Rup, Mébon oriental, Transition entre Koh Ker et Banteay Srei. Des Bat Chum, Kutisvara halles longues entourent partiellement le sanctuaire.
    [Show full text]
  • “Hala Bira!” Eastern Promises
    MAGAZINE FOR CEBU PACIFIC • JANUARY 2015 OUR IS COMPLIMENTARY • JANUARY 2015 • JANUARY IS COMPLIMENTARY Eastern promises “Hala bira!” HOW TO SPEND A THE BEAT GOES ON PERFECT SAMAR AT KALIBO’S WEEKEND ATI-ATIHAN FESTIVAL 000 COVER(JE)+Spine5mm-R1.indd 1 12/12/14 6:05 pm Presenting the past Temple of 44 www.cebusmile.com 044-052 FEATURE 1 BANTEAY CHHMAR.TS_RW.TS.indd 44 11/12/14 1:25 pm Presenting the past f the son Smile travels north-west of Siem Reap to trace a centuries-old story of loyalty, intrigue and rebellion with a cast of thousands, the same story that could hold the secret to Banteay Chhmar’s second act as an exciting, off -the-grid adventure spot BY MICHAEL AQUINO ’m a person, not a mountain goat, it’s directly in front of me: the Bayon- Chhmar’s component parts steadily I tell myself as I carefully position style “face tower” known as Tower 18, succumbed to war, neglect and greed my foot on an awkwardly angled its impassive visages held high, as if until a host of international NGOs took sandstone block and shift my human vices and the caprices of nature action in the 20th century to preserve weight. My traveling companions had not laid its surroundings low. the remnants that survived. areI coping with Banteay Chhmar’s Built on shakier ground than Angkor What remains today displays a topsy-turvy walking paths better Wat, the Cambodian temple of Banteay heartbreaking beauty, precisely than I am at the moment, leaving me Chhmar was doomed even before because much of what has been “lost” to bring up the rear.
    [Show full text]
  • Destination: Angkor Archaeological Park the Complete Temple Guide
    Destination: Angkor Archaeological Park The Complete Temple Guide 1 The Temples of Angkor Ak Yom The earliest elements of this small brick and sandstone temple date from the pre-Angkorian 8th century. Scholars believe that the inscriptions indicate that the temple is dedicated to the Hindu 'god of the depths'. This is the earliest known example of the architectural design of the 'temple-mountain', which was to become the primary design for many of the Angkorian period temples including Angkor Wat. The temple is in a very poor condition. Angkor Thom Angkor Thom ("Great City") was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. The walled and moated royal city covers an area of 9 km², within which are located several monuments from earlier eras as well as those established by Jayavarman and his successors. At the centre of the city is Jayavarman's state temple, the Bayon, with the other major sites clustered around the Victory Square immediately to the north. Angkor Thom was established as the capital of Jayavarman VII's empire, and was the centre of his massive building programme. One inscription found in the city refers to Jayavarman as the groom and the city as his bride. Angkor Thom is accessible through 5 gates, one for each cardinal point, and the victory gate leading to the Royal Palace area. Angkor Wat Angkor Wat ("City of Temples"), the largest religious monument in the world, is a masterpiece of ancient architecture. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and eventual mausoleum.
    [Show full text]
  • Over the Rolous Group Or the Great Tonle Sap River on a Microlight Flight
    Over the Rolous Group or the Great Tonle Sap River on a Microlight Flight Downloaded on: 10 Oct 2021 Tour code: REPDSMI1 Siem Reap City Day Tour ( Private ) Tour Level: Relaxed / Easy Tour Comfort: Standard Tour Period: Morning / Afternoon Siem Reap highlights tour details Fly in a helicopter over Cambodia's countryside Witness the stunning views of the Cambodian landscape from above View the ancient Roluos temples from above as we fly in a helicopter over the Cambodian countryside and over See the significant Bakong mountain temple Roluos, the first capital of the Khmer Empire. We’ll fly around the Admire traditional floating villages on the Tonle Sap Roluos Group of Temples, where you’ll see the incredible beginnings Observe the Phnom Krom with a birds-eye view of the Khmer civilization, including the magnificent Bakong temple, dating from the late 9th Century, and the first significant temple mountain pre-dating Angkor Wat by at least two centuries. Alternatively, choose to enjoy the Tonle Sap from the sky where you’ll enjoy the beauty of real Cambodia and the picturesque scenes surrounding the water. You’ll see a unique floating village on Tonle Sap Lake and the mountain temple of local legend, Phnom Krom, before following the winding Siem Reap river back towards the town. Contact [email protected] www.diethelmtravel.com Copyright © Diethelm Travel Management Limited. All right reserved. Over the Rolous Group or the Great Tonle Sap River on a Microlight Flight tour description Fly over the Cambodian countryside and around the Roluos Group of Temples including the magnificent Bakong dating from the late 9th Century and the first significant Temple-Mountain pre-dating Angkor Wat by at least two centuries; Or Tonle Sap, ideal for enjoying the beauty of real Cambodia including a unique floating village on Tonle Sap Lake together with the mountain temple of Phnom Krom before following the winding Siem Reap river back towards the town.
    [Show full text]
  • Includes the Bayon, Angkor Thom, Siem Reap & Roluos Pdf, Epub, Ebook
    ANGKOR: INCLUDES THE BAYON, ANGKOR THOM, SIEM REAP & ROLUOS PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Andrew Spooner | 104 pages | 07 Jul 2015 | Footprint Travel Guides | 9781910120224 | English | Bath, United Kingdom Angkor: Includes the Bayon, Angkor Thom, Siem Reap & Roluos PDF Book Suppose one day you woke up from a dream of wanting to visit one of the most magnificent temples in the world. As I mentioned other Khmer temples in the World heritage list, Vat Phou and Preah Vihear or even Phanomroong in the tentative list of Thailand are very inferior when compared with Angkor, if you see Angkor before you may have negative view on those sites, as I had one with Vat Phou after I saw Preah Vihear, so to avoid the problem and be more appreciated in Khmer art development, try to keep Angkor at the end of your trip, a highly recommendation. Bus ban at Angkor Wat Superior food and accomodations in the area. It was originally built as an Hindu temple to be later slowly converted into a Buddhist temple. Replica in Legoland : Legoland Malaysia. Its a huge area with a host of great temples, some smaller, some bigger, but all unique and incredible. Breaking with the tradition of the Khmer kings, and influenced perhaps by the concurrent rise of Vaisnavism in India, he dedicated the temple to Vishnu rather than to Siva. Retrieved In , Yasovarman ascended to the throne. Log into your account. Log into your account. Angkor Wat is an outstanding example of Khmer architecture, the so-called Angkor Wat style, for obvious reasons. If you do not have this information now, please contact the local activity operator 24 hours prior to the start of the tour with these details.
    [Show full text]
  • Authentic Cambodia 20 Days/ 19 Nights
    Authentic Cambodia 20 days/ 19 nights Saat Tours- Trips and tours in Cambodia - Phnom Penh- Tel : +855 (0)17 383 185 www.saat-tours.com / [email protected] You will discover real and authentic Cambodia, while experiencing homestays, meeting the local community and discovering local initiatives carried out by great NGO`s to support underprivileged youths. 20 DAYS/19 NIGHTS- Authentic Cambodia ___________________________________________________________________________________ Day 1: Phnom Penh. Arrival in Phnom Penh and transfer to your hotel. Your first meeting with Cambodia takes place in one of the most colorful markets in Phnom Penh, where smells of grilled fresh fish and fried rice mix with the hustle and bustle of vendors, carriers and customers. Very little frequented by tourists, this market offers a maze of impressive and curious stalls. After this your tour continues to Wat Phnom, the origin of the city, the French Quarter, Sisowath Quay. Lunch in front of the Tonle Sap River. In the afternoon, visit the Museum of Fine Arts and visit some authentic neighborhoods by cyclo taxi. Dinner and overnight at boutique hotel. Day 2: Phnom Penh. Breakfast at the hotel. Discovery of the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. You will also visit the Genocide Museum, a former high school converted into a prison in Phnom Penh by the Khmer Rouge. This visit to the heart of Phnom Penh will help you understand the trauma experienced by the Cambodian population during the Pol Pot regime. Lunch in an NGO restaurant. Late afternoon free. In the evening, you will attend a traditional shadow puppets show, « Sbek Thom, Dinner in town.
    [Show full text]
  • A STUDY of the NAMES of MONUMENTS in ANGKOR (Cambodia)
    A STUDY OF THE NAMES OF MONUMENTS IN ANGKOR (Cambodia) NHIM Sotheavin Sophia Asia Center for Research and Human Development, Sophia University Introduction This article aims at clarifying the concept of Khmer culture by specifically explaining the meanings of the names of the monuments in Angkor, names that have existed within the Khmer cultural community.1 Many works on Angkor history have been researched in different fields, such as the evolution of arts and architecture, through a systematic analysis of monuments and archaeological excavation analysis, and the most crucial are based on Cambodian epigraphy. My work however is meant to shed light on Angkor cultural history by studying the names of the monuments, and I intend to do so by searching for the original names that are found in ancient and middle period inscriptions, as well as those appearing in the oral tradition. This study also seeks to undertake a thorough verification of the condition and shape of the monuments, as well as the mode of affixation of names for them by the local inhabitants. I also wish to focus on certain crucial errors, as well as the insufficiency of earlier studies on the subject. To begin with, the books written in foreign languages often have mistakes in the vocabulary involved in the etymology of Khmer temples. Some researchers are not very familiar with the Khmer language, and besides, they might not have visited the site very often, or possibly also they did not pay too much attention to the oral tradition related to these ruins, a tradition that might be known to the village elders.
    [Show full text]