Angkor Wat

September 30, 2023May 6, 2026 by Steven Michael Martin

Angkor Wat is one of the largest and most significant temple complexes in the world, constructed in the twelfth century during the reign of King Suryavarman II. Originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, the temple later became an important Buddhist religious site. Its architectural design reflects advanced engineering and symbolic cosmology associated with Khmer religious tradition.

Extensive bas-relief carvings illustrate scenes from Hindu epics including the Ramayana and Mahabharata, demonstrating the integration of religious narrative and architectural design. The temple’s layout represents Mount Meru, the mythological center of the universe in Hindu cosmology. Its symmetrical galleries and towers illustrate the technical achievements of the Khmer Empire.

Angkor Wat represents the artistic and political strength of the Khmer Empire during its height. The scale and preservation of the temple illustrate the influence of Angkorian civilization across Southeast Asia and its continued importance as a global cultural landmark.

Long low pavilion and visitors reflected in a calm pool near the Angkor Wat approach at Angkor Wat. — Long low pavilion and visitors reflected in a calm pool near the Angkor Wat approach. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long dark temple façade with central stair, rows of columns, and raised platform at Angkor Wat. — Long dark temple façade with central stair, rows of columns, and raised platform. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Daylight frontal view of the western façade with visitors crossing grass beside the pool at Angkor Wat. — Daylight frontal view of the western façade with visitors crossing grass beside the pool. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Symmetrical frontal view of Angkor Wat’s three principal towers across a reddish central path at Angkor Wat. — Symmetrical frontal view of Angkor Wat’s three principal towers across a reddish central path. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Angkor Wat towers in dark silhouette beneath a dramatic blue, orange, and violet dawn sky at Angkor Wat. — Angkor Wat towers in dark silhouette beneath a dramatic blue, orange, and violet dawn sky. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Second elevated view down the causeway with a pediment in the foreground at Angkor Wat. — Second elevated view down the causeway with a pediment in the foreground. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three weathered female figures or devatas carved in a narrow wall panel at Angkor Wat. — Three weathered female figures or devatas carved in a narrow wall panel. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Small seated Buddha or sacred figure carved within a dense curling floral surround at Angkor Wat. — Small seated Buddha or sacred figure carved within a dense curling floral surround. This photograph documents buddhist image at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Flat sandstone panel covered with repeating small floral or circular motifs at Angkor Wat. — Flat sandstone panel covered with repeating small floral or circular motifs. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Cream-colored cat reclining on stone before a weathered guardian sculpture and gallery at Angkor Wat. — Cream-colored cat reclining on stone before a weathered guardian sculpture and gallery. This photograph documents domestic cat at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Horizontal sandstone inscription with several lines of carved script at Angkor Wat. — Horizontal sandstone inscription with several lines of carved script. This photograph documents stone inscription at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Interior courtyard with a tall lotus-bud tower and temporary wooden access stairs at Angkor Wat. — Interior courtyard with a tall lotus-bud tower and temporary wooden access stairs. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

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Angkor Wat silhouette reflected almost symmetrically in the still northern reflecting pool at sunrise at Angkor Wat. — Angkor Wat silhouette reflected almost symmetrically in the still northern reflecting pool at sunrise. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer dawn view of the five tower silhouette with palms and a bright orange horizon reflected in water at Angkor Wat. — Closer dawn view of the five tower silhouette with palms and a bright orange horizon reflected in water. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide sunrise silhouette of Angkor Wat and trees beneath layered clouds with a broad pool reflection at Angkor Wat. — Wide sunrise silhouette of Angkor Wat and trees beneath layered clouds with a broad pool reflection. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dark Angkor Wat silhouette and palm trees mirrored in the reflecting pool beneath glowing clouds at Angkor Wat. — Dark Angkor Wat silhouette and palm trees mirrored in the reflecting pool beneath glowing clouds. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Low panoramic dawn view with small Angkor Wat towers below a richly textured orange-blue sky at Angkor Wat. — Low panoramic dawn view with small Angkor Wat towers below a richly textured orange-blue sky. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

White cat seated on a carved stone balustrade with a tower blurred in the distance at Angkor Wat. — White cat seated on a carved stone balustrade with a tower blurred in the distance. This photograph documents domestic cat at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered rectangular temple doorway reached by a short central stair at Angkor Wat. — Weathered rectangular temple doorway reached by a short central stair. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer blue-hour view of Angkor Wat towers rising above palms and the outer gallery at Angkor Wat. — Closer blue-hour view of Angkor Wat towers rising above palms and the outer gallery. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Angkor Wat silhouetted at sunrise with a crowd along the water’s edge and gold reflection at Angkor Wat. — Angkor Wat silhouetted at sunrise with a crowd along the water’s edge and gold reflection. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide side view of the outer gallery and tower with a tall palm rising beside the structure at Angkor Wat. — Wide side view of the outer gallery and tower with a tall palm rising beside the structure. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three standing devatas carved in pale sandstone beside a decorated vertical border at Angkor Wat. — Three standing devatas carved in pale sandstone beside a decorated vertical border. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close view of repeating turned stone window balusters divided by a dark central pillar at Angkor Wat. — Close view of repeating turned stone window balusters divided by a dark central pillar. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Bas-relief scene with a large seated or reclining figure and attendants in shallow sandstone carving at Angkor Wat. — Bas-relief scene with a large seated or reclining figure and attendants in shallow sandstone carving. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close cropped standing devata with jewelry, patterned skirt, and one hand at the waist at Angkor Wat. — Close cropped standing devata with jewelry, patterned skirt, and one hand at the waist. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered relief showing a figure above a long carved vessel or platform at Angkor Wat. — Weathered relief showing a figure above a long carved vessel or platform. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Extreme close-up of an eroded guardian sculpture’s face and surface texture at Angkor Wat. — Extreme close-up of an eroded guardian sculpture’s face and surface texture. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dark bas-relief illuminated by a circular patch of light showing a figure amid surrounding forms at Angkor Wat. — Dark bas-relief illuminated by a circular patch of light showing a figure amid surrounding forms. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close painted or naturally colored profile of a crowned Khmer figure on a relief wall. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

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Faint broad bas-relief showing a large figure and curling decorative forms at Angkor Wat. — Faint broad bas-relief showing a large figure and curling decorative forms. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Extensive shallow relief crowded with overlapping human and animal figures at Angkor Wat. — Extensive shallow relief crowded with overlapping human and animal figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long gallery relief with ranks of small standing figures and a bright diagonal patch of light at Angkor Wat. — Long gallery relief with ranks of small standing figures and a bright diagonal patch of light. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Bas-relief with a long boat or chariot-like form beneath standing figures and vertical standards at Angkor Wat. — Bas-relief with a long boat or chariot-like form beneath standing figures and vertical standards. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close relief of several standing figures with long weapons or staffs at Angkor Wat. — Close relief of several standing figures with long weapons or staffs. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Processional relief with tall figures and a long horizontal vehicle or boat form at Angkor Wat. — Processional relief with tall figures and a long horizontal vehicle or boat form. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dynamic relief of large animals and human figures in a crowded battle or procession scene at Angkor Wat. — Dynamic relief of large animals and human figures in a crowded battle or procession scene. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Faint relief with a long vessel, standing figures, and a large curling circular motif at Angkor Wat. — Faint relief with a long vessel, standing figures, and a large curling circular motif. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Upward view through a dark stone opening toward the weathered upper profile of a tower. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

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Frontal weathered doorway with dark interior beneath a broken pediment at Angkor Wat. — Frontal weathered doorway with dark interior beneath a broken pediment. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Frontal western entrance with broad stair, central doorway, long galleries, and towers at Angkor Wat. — Frontal western entrance with broad stair, central doorway, long galleries, and towers. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close eroded stone guardian head with the gallery and lawn behind at Angkor Wat. — Close eroded stone guardian head with the gallery and lawn behind. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide exterior view of Angkor Wat’s galleries and three towers under blue sky at Angkor Wat. — Wide exterior view of Angkor Wat’s galleries and three towers under blue sky. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide oblique exterior of Angkor Wat with layered steps, long gallery, towers, and a guardian at right at Angkor Wat. — Wide oblique exterior of Angkor Wat with layered steps, long gallery, towers, and a guardian at right. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Similar oblique façade view with prominent stone guardian figure at the right edge at Angkor Wat. — Similar oblique façade view with prominent stone guardian figure at the right edge. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Profile of a stone naga or guardian balustrade with the long gallery behind. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

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Wide side view of guardian balustrade, galleries, and towers in warm light at Angkor Wat. — Wide side view of guardian balustrade, galleries, and towers in warm light. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Broad frontal façade framed by overhanging tree branches and late-afternoon light at Angkor Wat. — Broad frontal façade framed by overhanging tree branches and late-afternoon light. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer frontal view of three towers and central western entrance in warm sunlight at Angkor Wat. — Closer frontal view of three towers and central western entrance in warm sunlight. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Central western entrance with three towers rising behind and grass in foreground at Angkor Wat. — Central western entrance with three towers rising behind and grass in foreground. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer view of the projecting western entrance pavilion and stair at Angkor Wat. — Closer view of the projecting western entrance pavilion and stair. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Second close panel of repeating circular floral motifs with a larger central medallion at Angkor Wat. — Second close panel of repeating circular floral motifs with a larger central medallion. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Small elevated shrine or library with central stair and dark doorway at Angkor Wat. — Small elevated shrine or library with central stair and dark doorway. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Side gallery corner with long colonnade, lawn, and weathered masonry at Angkor Wat. — Side gallery corner with long colonnade, lawn, and weathered masonry. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Four visitors standing on the reddish approach with Angkor Wat behind at Angkor Wat. — Four visitors standing on the reddish approach with Angkor Wat behind. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide architectural view of towers and western galleries across a dark terrace at Angkor Wat. — Wide architectural view of towers and western galleries across a dark terrace. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Four visitors posing on green grass in front of the long gallery and towers at Angkor Wat. — Four visitors posing on green grass in front of the long gallery and towers. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Two visitors, a woman in purple and a man in black, posing before Angkor Wat at Angkor Wat. — Two visitors, a woman in purple and a man in black, posing before Angkor Wat. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close portrait of a smiling gray-haired man with Angkor Wat blurred behind at Angkor Wat. — Close portrait of a smiling gray-haired man with Angkor Wat blurred behind. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide side elevation of long gallery and towers under a blue sky at Angkor Wat. — Wide side elevation of long gallery and towers under a blue sky. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Four visitors seated together on broad stone steps with towers behind at Angkor Wat. — Four visitors seated together on broad stone steps with towers behind. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer seated group portrait of four visitors on the steps at Angkor Wat. — Closer seated group portrait of four visitors on the steps. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long side gallery and towers viewed across a bright green lawn at Angkor Wat. — Long side gallery and towers viewed across a bright green lawn. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Oblique corner view of projecting pavilion, long gallery, and towers at Angkor Wat. — Oblique corner view of projecting pavilion, long gallery, and towers. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Very wide lawn view of the gallery corner and three towers at Angkor Wat. — Very wide lawn view of the gallery corner and three towers. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer architectural view of the projecting western corner pavilion at Angkor Wat. — Closer architectural view of the projecting western corner pavilion. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered triangular pediment with a central seated figure above dense narrative carving at Angkor Wat. — Weathered triangular pediment with a central seated figure above dense narrative carving. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close eroded pediment relief with a central figure and surrounding attendants at Angkor Wat. — Close eroded pediment relief with a central figure and surrounding attendants. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dark weathered decorative panel with a circular central figure surrounded by dense repeated carving at Angkor Wat. — Dark weathered decorative panel with a circular central figure surrounded by dense repeated carving. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Horizontal doorway lintel or molding above a pale rectangular opening at Angkor Wat. — Horizontal doorway lintel or molding above a pale rectangular opening. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Similar frontal view of the small shrine with a palm rising behind at Angkor Wat. — Similar frontal view of the small shrine with a palm rising behind. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large triangular pediment relief with dense small figures and a central sacred image at Angkor Wat. — Large triangular pediment relief with dense small figures and a central sacred image. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close upward view of a weathered lotus-bud tower at Angkor Wat. — Close upward view of a weathered lotus-bud tower. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Four visitors posing on broad stone steps at Angkor Wat. — Four visitors posing on broad stone steps. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Four visitors standing beneath a carved doorway lintel at Angkor Wat. — Four visitors standing beneath a carved doorway lintel. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long horizontal sandstone frieze with repeating flame-shaped foliate ornament at Angkor Wat. — Long horizontal sandstone frieze with repeating flame-shaped foliate ornament. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Frontal small shrine or library on a raised platform with central stair at Angkor Wat. — Frontal small shrine or library on a raised platform with central stair. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Distant shrine framed through dark out-of-focus stone balusters at Angkor Wat. — Distant shrine framed through dark out-of-focus stone balusters. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Upward view of a tall plain doorway and massive upper wall at Angkor Wat. — Upward view of a tall plain doorway and massive upper wall. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close group of standing devatas carved beside a doorway at Angkor Wat. — Close group of standing devatas carved beside a doorway. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Very steep worn stone staircase rising to a dark upper doorway at Angkor Wat. — Very steep worn stone staircase rising to a dark upper doorway. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Frontal steep stair leading to a barred upper doorway at Angkor Wat. — Frontal steep stair leading to a barred upper doorway. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three standing devatas with elaborate crowns and curling foliage at Angkor Wat. — Three standing devatas with elaborate crowns and curling foliage. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close smiling portrait of a gray-haired visitor with balusters blurred behind at Angkor Wat. — Close smiling portrait of a gray-haired visitor with balusters blurred behind. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three standing devatas with distinct headdresses and jewelry at Angkor Wat. — Three standing devatas with distinct headdresses and jewelry. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Triangular pediment densely filled with rows of small seated figures at Angkor Wat. — Triangular pediment densely filled with rows of small seated figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Carved figural panel and decorative lintel immediately above a doorway at Angkor Wat. — Carved figural panel and decorative lintel immediately above a doorway. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Visitors climbing a steep modern metal access stair into the upper sanctuary at Angkor Wat. — Visitors climbing a steep modern metal access stair into the upper sanctuary. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Pair of standing devatas shown from shoulders to knees at Angkor Wat. — Pair of standing devatas shown from shoulders to knees. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Rounded roof molding above a continuous floral scroll band at Angkor Wat. — Rounded roof molding above a continuous floral scroll band. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close upward view of a weathered lotus-bud sanctuary tower at Angkor Wat. — Close upward view of a weathered lotus-bud sanctuary tower. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Two crowned devatas with preserved faces and jewelry at Angkor Wat. — Two crowned devatas with preserved faces and jewelry. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close portrait-like devata with a very tall multi-tiered headdress at Angkor Wat. — Close portrait-like devata with a very tall multi-tiered headdress. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Two richly jeweled devatas in a tight side-by-side relief at Angkor Wat. — Two richly jeweled devatas in a tight side-by-side relief. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Single full-length standing devata in a narrow decorated panel at Angkor Wat. — Single full-length standing devata in a narrow decorated panel. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large seated sacred figure above smaller kneeling or reclining figures at Angkor Wat. — Large seated sacred figure above smaller kneeling or reclining figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered tiered sanctuary tower against cloudy blue sky at Angkor Wat. — Weathered tiered sanctuary tower against cloudy blue sky. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large seated deity in a projecting exterior relief with smaller figures at Angkor Wat. — Large seated deity in a projecting exterior relief with smaller figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three small seated sacred figures carved near the base of a panel at Angkor Wat. — Three small seated sacred figures carved near the base of a panel. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three standing devatas in a narrow wall panel at Angkor Wat. — Three standing devatas in a narrow wall panel. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Row of expressive small figures with raised arms in a dense relief at Angkor Wat. — Row of expressive small figures with raised arms in a dense relief. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Seated sacred figure with a many-branched or multi-headed form behind the head at Angkor Wat. — Seated sacred figure with a many-branched or multi-headed form behind the head. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Oblique exterior relief of a large standing or seated deity with attendant figures at Angkor Wat. — Oblique exterior relief of a large standing or seated deity with attendant figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Elevated view across weathered tiled gallery roofs and upper courtyards at Angkor Wat. — Elevated view across weathered tiled gallery roofs and upper courtyards. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Carved lintel and pediment above a doorway with green-black weathering at Angkor Wat. — Carved lintel and pediment above a doorway with green-black weathering. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Standing Buddha statue draped in gold cloth inside a dark doorway at Angkor Wat. — Standing Buddha statue draped in gold cloth inside a dark doorway. This photograph documents buddhist image at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three-quarter view of the gold-draped Buddha framed by the doorway at Angkor Wat. — Three-quarter view of the gold-draped Buddha framed by the doorway. This photograph documents buddhist image at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered triangular pediment with a central sacred figure and curling side forms at Angkor Wat. — Weathered triangular pediment with a central sacred figure and curling side forms. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer frontal view of the same gold-draped standing Buddha at Angkor Wat. — Closer frontal view of the same gold-draped standing Buddha. This photograph documents buddhist image at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Two small seated sacred figures carved inside circular or arched frames at Angkor Wat. — Two small seated sacred figures carved inside circular or arched frames. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Horizontal frieze of many small dancing or struggling figures above an inscription band at Angkor Wat. — Horizontal frieze of many small dancing or struggling figures above an inscription band. This photograph documents stone inscription at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

High elevated view down the long central causeway through the Angkor Wat grounds at Angkor Wat. — High elevated view down the long central causeway through the Angkor Wat grounds. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered pediment packed with rows of small figures beneath a central crest at Angkor Wat. — Weathered pediment packed with rows of small figures beneath a central crest. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close triangular pediment filled with repeated seated figures at Angkor Wat. — Close triangular pediment filled with repeated seated figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide pale pediment relief with several horizontal narrative registers at Angkor Wat. — Wide pale pediment relief with several horizontal narrative registers. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close pair of standing devatas with jewelry and one raised hand at Angkor Wat. — Close pair of standing devatas with jewelry and one raised hand. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered upper tower and gallery corner with scaffolding or protective structure at Angkor Wat. — Weathered upper tower and gallery corner with scaffolding or protective structure. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Active shrine with a dark multi-armed sacred image, flowers, and bright offerings at Angkor Wat. — Active shrine with a dark multi-armed sacred image, flowers, and bright offerings. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Group of standing devatas carved together in a deep wall panel at Angkor Wat. — Group of standing devatas carved together in a deep wall panel. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Painted or stained interior ceiling corner with red and pale decorative bands at Angkor Wat. — Painted or stained interior ceiling corner with red and pale decorative bands. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Interior doorway and ceiling with traces of red painted ornament at Angkor Wat. — Interior doorway and ceiling with traces of red painted ornament. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Reclining figure in a horizontal relief with attendants or animals at Angkor Wat. — Reclining figure in a horizontal relief with attendants or animals. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large rectangular wall inscription containing many tightly spaced lines of script at Angkor Wat. — Large rectangular wall inscription containing many tightly spaced lines of script. This photograph documents stone inscription at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dancing or flying figure surrounded by dense curling vegetal ornament at Angkor Wat. — Dancing or flying figure surrounded by dense curling vegetal ornament. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dynamic figure with arms raised amid curling floral or cloud-like ornament at Angkor Wat. — Dynamic figure with arms raised amid curling floral or cloud-like ornament. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close eroded face or mask surrounded by thick curling carved forms at Angkor Wat. — Close eroded face or mask surrounded by thick curling carved forms. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close animal-headed or helmeted figure with patterned body and open mouth at Angkor Wat. — Close animal-headed or helmeted figure with patterned body and open mouth. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Colored relief of a large face or creature beside another figure at Angkor Wat. — Colored relief of a large face or creature beside another figure. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide wall relief crowded with numerous overlapping figures at Angkor Wat. — Wide wall relief crowded with numerous overlapping figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close relief of a mounted or seated warrior-like figure amid scrolling forms at Angkor Wat. — Close relief of a mounted or seated warrior-like figure amid scrolling forms. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Faint relief of intertwined figures and animals at Angkor Wat. — Faint relief of intertwined figures and animals. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close crowded relief of human and animal forms with pale outlines at Angkor Wat. — Close crowded relief of human and animal forms with pale outlines. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Faint relief with a large central figure, animals, and curling background forms at Angkor Wat. — Faint relief with a large central figure, animals, and curling background forms. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Young woman in formal blue traditional dress smiling toward a man at Angkor Wat. — Young woman in formal blue traditional dress smiling toward a man. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Golden and red ceremonial parasol or banner hanging beside a stone column at Angkor Wat. — Golden and red ceremonial parasol or banner hanging beside a stone column. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large wheel-like circular motif amid figures in a green-stained relief at Angkor Wat. — Large wheel-like circular motif amid figures in a green-stained relief. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Central round shield or medallion surrounded by figures in a battle scene at Angkor Wat. — Central round shield or medallion surrounded by figures in a battle scene. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dense battle relief with several figures, weapons, and overlapping bodies at Angkor Wat. — Dense battle relief with several figures, weapons, and overlapping bodies. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Colored mounted horse and rider in profile. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

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Wide colored processional or battle scene with standing figures and weapons at Angkor Wat. — Wide colored processional or battle scene with standing figures and weapons. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close relief of an animal or mythical creature surrounded by scrolling foliage at Angkor Wat. — Close relief of an animal or mythical creature surrounded by scrolling foliage. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Colored narrative relief with a seated or reclining figure and attendants at Angkor Wat. — Colored narrative relief with a seated or reclining figure and attendants. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Frontal long gallery pavilion with central stair and dark colonnade at Angkor Wat. — Frontal long gallery pavilion with central stair and dark colonnade. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer central staircase flanked by pale guardian lions at Angkor Wat. — Closer central staircase flanked by pale guardian lions. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close portrait of a gray-haired man with temple lawn blurred behind at Angkor Wat. — Close portrait of a gray-haired man with temple lawn blurred behind. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Second close smiling portrait of the same gray-haired man at Angkor Wat. — Second close smiling portrait of the same gray-haired man. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Weathered naga balustrade head in foreground with long gallery across the lawn at Angkor Wat. — Weathered naga balustrade head in foreground with long gallery across the lawn. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long colonnaded gallery viewed across bright green grass at Angkor Wat. — Long colonnaded gallery viewed across bright green grass. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Oblique gallery and tower reflected along a narrow water channel at Angkor Wat. — Oblique gallery and tower reflected along a narrow water channel. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close multi-faced or multi-headed stone figure covered with lichen at Angkor Wat. — Close multi-faced or multi-headed stone figure covered with lichen. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close crop of the couple’s gold garments and clasped hands at Angkor Wat. — Close crop of the couple’s gold garments and clasped hands. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close upward view of a multi-headed naga or clustered stone serpent hood at Angkor Wat. — Close upward view of a multi-headed naga or clustered stone serpent hood. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Frontal doorway opening through a gallery to bright greenery beyond at Angkor Wat. — Frontal doorway opening through a gallery to bright greenery beyond. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long stone causeway crossing the moat with visitors walking toward the entrance at Angkor Wat. — Long stone causeway crossing the moat with visitors walking toward the entrance. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Low waterside pavilion or platform with thatched canopy and decorative objects at Angkor Wat. — Low waterside pavilion or platform with thatched canopy and decorative objects. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Young couple in formal Cambodian dress posing together on the causeway at Angkor Wat. — Young couple in formal Cambodian dress posing together on the causeway. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Man in blue playfully posing with a female staff member at an indoor counter at Angkor Wat. — Man in blue playfully posing with a female staff member at an indoor counter. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Second similar playful pose at the illuminated counter at Angkor Wat. — Second similar playful pose at the illuminated counter. This photograph documents documentary view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dark close sunset silhouette of the towers against vivid orange-red sky at Angkor Wat. — Dark close sunset silhouette of the towers against vivid orange-red sky. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Low pavilion and palms reflected in a pond under blue evening sky at Angkor Wat. — Low pavilion and palms reflected in a pond under blue evening sky. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Angkor Wat silhouette and reflection against an orange sunset at Angkor Wat. — Angkor Wat silhouette and reflection against an orange sunset. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer sunset reflection of the tower silhouette in the pool at Angkor Wat. — Closer sunset reflection of the tower silhouette in the pool. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Angkor Wat towers and glowing orange sky reflected in the pool at sunset at Angkor Wat. — Angkor Wat towers and glowing orange sky reflected in the pool at sunset. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Very wide dark tower silhouette beneath a richly orange clouded sky and reflection at Angkor Wat. — Very wide dark tower silhouette beneath a richly orange clouded sky and reflection. This photograph documents angkor wat reflected or silhouetted at dawn or dusk within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Frontal western entrance with steep temporary stair and visitor in doorway at Angkor Wat. — Frontal western entrance with steep temporary stair and visitor in doorway. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Wide daylight frontal view of three towers with two small visitors on the path at Angkor Wat. — Wide daylight frontal view of three towers with two small visitors on the path. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Closer warm daylight view of the three towers and central entrance at Angkor Wat. — Closer warm daylight view of the three towers and central entrance. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Four visitors seated together on stone steps with towers behind at Angkor Wat. — Four visitors seated together on stone steps with towers behind. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Very wide side elevation of the long gallery and towers across a large green lawn at Angkor Wat. — Very wide side elevation of the long gallery and towers across a large green lawn. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Second medium view of the same gallery corner across grass at Angkor Wat. — Second medium view of the same gallery corner across grass. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close vertical decorative doorway molding with repeated floral and bead patterns at Angkor Wat. — Close vertical decorative doorway molding with repeated floral and bead patterns. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Turned stone window balusters lit from the side beside a rough wall at Angkor Wat. — Turned stone window balusters lit from the side beside a rough wall. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Visitors climbing broad stone steps into a central doorway at Angkor Wat. — Visitors climbing broad stone steps into a central doorway. This photograph documents visitor or portrait subject at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Distant small shrine framed between a large tower edge and open lawn at Angkor Wat. — Distant small shrine framed between a large tower edge and open lawn. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Close wall panel showing devatas beside deeply carved vertical borders at Angkor Wat. — Close wall panel showing devatas beside deeply carved vertical borders. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Long aligned sequence of rectangular interior doorways and a small shrine at the far end at Angkor Wat. — Long aligned sequence of rectangular interior doorways and a small shrine at the far end. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

High view over a central tower roof toward the long causeway and surrounding forest at Angkor Wat. — High view over a central tower roof toward the long causeway and surrounding forest. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

View through a stone window opening over roofs, courtyards, and distant landscape at Angkor Wat. — View through a stone window opening over roofs, courtyards, and distant landscape. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Elevated view over weathered gallery roofs toward the surrounding green landscape at Angkor Wat. — Elevated view over weathered gallery roofs toward the surrounding green landscape. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large decorative wall panel filled with repeating circular floral medallions at Angkor Wat. — Large decorative wall panel filled with repeating circular floral medallions. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Second repeating medallion panel with darker weathering and stronger relief at Angkor Wat. — Second repeating medallion panel with darker weathering and stronger relief. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Three standing devatas carved together in a rectangular panel at Angkor Wat. — Three standing devatas carved together in a rectangular panel. This photograph documents devata relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Single standing crowned figure carved in a bordered sandstone panel at Angkor Wat. — Single standing crowned figure carved in a bordered sandstone panel. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Large rectangular inscription slab with many lines of script and a pointed ornamental panel below at Angkor Wat. — Large rectangular inscription slab with many lines of script and a pointed ornamental panel below. This photograph documents stone inscription at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dense battle relief with overlapping human and animal figures at Angkor Wat. — Dense battle relief with overlapping human and animal figures. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Dark weathered relief of a large animal or mounted figure amid combat at Angkor Wat. — Dark weathered relief of a large animal or mounted figure amid combat. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Colored processional or battle scene with several standing figures and weapons at Angkor Wat. — Colored processional or battle scene with several standing figures and weapons. This photograph documents khmer sandstone relief at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Distant waterside pavilion and tree line reflected across broad calm water at Angkor Wat. — Distant waterside pavilion and tree line reflected across broad calm water. This photograph documents architectural view at angkor wat within the Angkor Wat complex, preserving a distinct architectural, sculptural, devotional, landscape, or visitor perspective.

Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat

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