Preah Ko, Archaeological site in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Preah Ko is a temple complex in the Angkor region with six brick towers arranged in two rows. The structure combines masonry walls with sandstone carvings that depict Hindu deities and mythological scenes in fine detail.
The site was built in the late 9th century under King Indravarman I and stands as one of the earliest temples in the region. It marked the beginning of a building period that shaped Angkor into a major power center for the Khmer.
The temple shows how early Khmer people honored Hindu gods through brick construction and carved stone decorations. Visitors can see religious symbols and shrines that reveal what mattered most to the communities who worshipped here.
Access is through the main Angkor Archaeological Park entrance, about 13 kilometers from Siem Reap. The pathways are easy to walk, and arriving early helps avoid large crowds and intense midday heat.
Each of the six towers holds a separate shrine with a linga, a symbol of divine presence in the Hindu beliefs of the Khmer people. These individual sanctuaries show how rulers expressed their spiritual authority.
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