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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
Phnom Kulen National Park, located in the Phnom Kulen mountain range in Cambodia, is a site of significant archaeological interest. Known historically as Mahendraparvata, it is particularly notable for being the location where King Jayavarman II proclaimed himself chakravartin, marking the foundation of the Khmer Empire in 802 CE. The park is home to several archaeological features including temple ruins, sacred wells, and intricate carvings. The Kbal Spean site, also known as the 'Valley of a Thousand Lingas', is a prominent feature with numerous carvings in the riverbed. The site also includes 16th-century statues in the Chup Preah valley. The discovery of 30 previously unidentified temples underscores the park's historical significance. The region's natural features, such as rock shelters and waterfalls, add to its archaeological and environmental value.
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Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
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- Cambodia
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