Phimeanakas, Hindu temple in Angkor complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Phimeanakas is a three-tiered pyramid temple located within the Royal Palace grounds, with steep staircases connecting its different levels. The structure features large stone blocks arranged in a compact form that grows narrower toward the summit.
The temple was commissioned at the end of the 10th century under King Rajendravarman II and later modified under King Suryavarman I. These construction phases mark the evolution of the site over time.
The temple walls contain inscriptions from 1011 AD at the eastern entrance, detailing an oath of allegiance to the ruling monarch.
Access to the site is through shaded paths from the east, and the steep climb requires sturdy footwear. The location lies within the larger Angkor complex and is best explored with a guide familiar with the grounds.
An 11th-century Chinese diplomat documented a golden tower on the site, which according to local stories was home to a serpent spirit. This account has become part of the folklore that surrounds the place.
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