end of 9th century, Yosovarman I, Hindu (Shiva)
Located at the center of the first capital of Angkor which formed a
square of about 4km surrounded by a moat of which the south west quarter
is still visible. The remain of the inner enclosure of 650 by 436 meters
surrounds the base of the hill. A natural mound five tiered pyramid temple,
the bulk of which is hewn from the bed-rock and taced with sandstone. The
location give good views over the surrounding landscape, particularly at
sunset.

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