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Terrace of the Elephants

The Terrace of Elephants in Angor Thom is a long (350 m) platform decorated with elephants and garudas (human-bird creature). It was built by Khmer King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th C and used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and to view his victorious returning army.

Terrace of the ElephantsCambodiastone platformAngkor ThomSiem Reap

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  • jimholmquist

    on May 8, 2016

    Outstanding shot and detail in the stones!

  • johnchapmanphotographer

    on April 15, 2016

    Hi Terry Great Picture pity about the sign.

  • Lgood

    on April 14, 2016

    This is so cool! Great shot and thanks for the info. Love it!

  • TruImages

    on April 14, 2016

    Great shot and information!

  • James Clarke (jamri)

    on April 13, 2016

    Great shot and very informative caption.

  • arctangent

    on April 13, 2016

    Highly stylized elephants, by the look of them. Jayavarman VII certainly thought on a grand scale.

  • Rick Willis

    on April 13, 2016

    Nice Shot. Interesting Info too...

  • Franks-Focus

    on April 13, 2016

    I often wonder if the original builders had any idea that these works would last as long as they have. Especially noteworthy considering civil, military & political unrest over the centuries. Well captured.

  • Gene Hyder

    on April 13, 2016

    Great shot.

  • Terry Allen

    on April 13, 2016

    Thank you for your comments!

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