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Banteay Chhmar in 1937 Ancient Khmer City in Cambodia

Banteay Chhmar in 1937 Ancient Khmer City in Cambodia

UNE MERVEILLEUSE CITE KHMERE – By George Groslier 1937. If one ventures to the north-western borders of Cambodia, one arrives in a region surrounded at right angles by the extreme western end of the Dangrek mountain chain.

Best Online Khmer Temple Photo Index

Best Online Khmer Temple Photo Index

The best photo index of Khmer temples in Cambodia and Thailand is available free thanks to the efforts of “Khmersearch,” a skilled (and generous) German photographer.

Angkor Wat Research on Anna Maria Island Florida

Angkor Wat Research on Anna Maria Island Florida

Anna Maria Island is home to Kent Davis, one of the world’s few researchers working exclusively on Angkor Wat. Davis is compiling a database tracking the characteristics of every woman portrayed at the temple.

Book Review of Kbach-A Study of Khmer Art and Design

Book Review of Kbach-A Study of Khmer Art and Design

Kbach’ is the general term, used in the Khmer language, to name the variety of ornaments which decorate objects and architectural surfaces throughout Cambodia. Book Review of Kbach-A Study of Khmer Art and Design

Images of the Gods by Vittorio Roveda Book Review

Images of the Gods by Vittorio Roveda Book Review

Southeast Asia is a complex intersection of South Asian and East Asian cultures; from the 9th to the 14th centuries the Khmer Empire ruled the peninsula, linking this diverse cultural network. In his book, Vittorio Roveda has succeeded in creating the ultimate visual reference of Khmer art.

Angkor Wat Interactive on National Geographic

Angkor Wat Interactive on National Geographic

Angkor Wat Interactive on National Geographic includes profiles of seven major Khmer temples including Angkor Wat, Phnom Bakheng, Prasat Kravanh, Phimeanakas, Ta Keo, Preah Khan and Bayon.

3D Virtual Tourism at Angkor Wat

3D Virtual Tourism at Angkor Wat

Have you ever dreamed of visiting the exotic temple of Angkor Wat in the jungles of Cambodia? One company is ready to take you there for free. 3D virtual tourism at Angkor Wat