Located in northern Cambodia, the city of Angkor was the center of the Khmer Kingdom, which thrived from the 9th to the 14th centuries. In that time, the Khmer erected architectural masterpieces in the city, including Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure, and other temples like the Bayon, Preah Khan and Ta Prohm. Many of these ancient sites have been in continuous use, preserving their cultural integrity to the present day. In addition to its indisputable architectural and artistic influence, Angkor is also significant as one of the largest operating archaeological sites in the world. —Prepared by the World Tribune staff
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