A Spotlight on Preah Khan at Angkor

The Preah Khan temple complex situated at the northern edge of the Angkor Archaeological Park is one of the most significant buildings erected during the ancient Khmer empire. Dedicated by the great king Jayavarman VII to his father in 1191, Preah Khan serves today as an outstanding example of a large linear temple complex in a dense jungle setting.

WMF launched planning and conservation work at Preah Khan Temple in 1991. Our work at the temple lasted over three decades and included the creation of a visitor center, the restoration of the stone garudas that surround the temple, and other conservation interventions. In this video prepared by WMF's Pleine Culture interns, we invite you to take a closer look at this incredible site.