Angkor Wat: History, Architecture, and Mystery This episode provides an extensive overview of Angkor Wat, detailing its history, architectural significance, and enduring mysteries. Built in the twelfth century by King Suryavarman II, the temple was initially dedicated to the Hindu deity Vishnu before transitioning into a major Theravada Buddhist center, which it remains today. The text emphasizes the site’s status as a masterpiece of Khmer architecture, noting its massive scale, intricate bas-relief carvings depicting Hindu epics, and its alignment with astronomical phenomena. The document also explores the mysteries surrounding its construction, including how huge stones were transported, the sophisticated hydraulic systems of the former capital, Yashodharapura, and evidence of subterranean structures detected via satellite imagery. Ultimately, Angkor Wat is framed as not just a religious monument but a profound symbol of Cambodian national identity and cultural heritage, representing a complex synthesis of mathematics, religion, and art.

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