Saturday, June 4, 2016

Angkor Temple Profile: Preah Khan

Name: Preah Khan

Built: 12th century

Conservation Body: World Monuments Fund

Distinctive feature: wide moat and outer walls guarded by 5-headed nagas

Visitor's note: This temple is still mostly in ruins, but is expansive and gorgeous. While parts of Angkor Wat and Ta Promh are sectioned off and obviously very well-traveled, Preah Khan feels like an exploration.



















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