Overview

• Late 12th Century
• Religion: Buddhist
• Patron: Jayavarman VII
• Style: Bayon

Purpose

This terrace was used for royal receptions and ceremonies at Angkor Thom.

Significance

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History

Most of the terrace was constructed under Jayavarman VII, but modifications continued as late as the 16th century.

Description

This 300 meter long and 2.5 meter tall terrace marks the western edge of the Royal Square at Angkor Thom. It is accessed by five stairways, the central of which is the largest. The length of the terrace is covered in carvings, most famously elephants, but also lion figures and garudas. Naga balustrades run along much of the top.