Cambodia: Phnom Chisor temple, Takeo Province. The temple at Phnom Chisor is constructed of brick and laterite with lintels and doorways of sandstone, the complex dates from the 11th century when it was known as Suryagiri. It was built by King Suryavarman I. Suryavarman I (Narvanapala la) was king of the Khmer Empire from 1010 to 1050. After the reign of Udayadityavarman I, which ended around 1000, there was no clear successor. Two kings, Jayaviravarman and Suryavarman I, both claimed the throne. After nine years of war, Suryavarman I won the throne. Suryavarman I was a Buddhist.

Cambodia: Phnom Chisor temple, Takeo Province.  The temple at Phnom Chisor is constructed of brick and laterite with lintels and doorways of sandstone, the complex dates from the 11th century when it was known as Suryagiri. It was built by King Suryavarman I.  Suryavarman I (Narvanapala la) was king of the Khmer Empire from 1010 to 1050. After the reign of Udayadityavarman I, which ended around 1000, there was no clear successor. Two kings, Jayaviravarman and Suryavarman I, both claimed the throne. After nine years of war, Suryavarman I won the throne. Suryavarman I was a Buddhist. Stock Photo
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3147 x 5126 px | 26.6 x 43.4 cm | 10.5 x 17.1 inches | 300dpi

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23 June 2011

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