Angkor Thom and Bayon

Angkor Thom was established as the last great capital of the Khmer Empire in the 12th century. Inside its’ walls, covering an area of 9 square kilometers, are many monuments and ancient temple complexes, at the center of which is the Bayon.

One of the entry gates to the ancient capital of Angkor Thom.


The Bayon is dominated by the many smiling faces on its’ third level.


The faces bear a striking resemblance to Jayavarman VII, the capital’s then ruler and builder of the temple complex.

A caretaker of the temple leaves as a rainstorm drenches tourists…including us.

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Angkor Thom and the Bayon