Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Angkor was the capital city of the Khmer Empire, flourishing from the 9th to the 15th centuries in present-day Cambodia. It is renowned for its extensive temple complexes, including Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument. The city was a center for Hinduism and later Buddhism, witnessing a peak in architectural achievement during the reign of Jayavarman VII. Angkor features intricate water management systems, such as reservoirs and canals, which supported its large population and agricultural demands. Despite its decline and eventual sacking in the 15th century, Angkor remains a symbol of Khmer architectural and cultural prowess, protected today as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Water Management Features
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Domestic and Habitation Structures
Transportation and Communication Structures
Historical Timeline
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