Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia and is the largest religious monument in the world, measuring 162.6 hectares (1,626,000 m2). It was originally built as a temple for the Hindu Khmer Empire, and gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple in the late 12th century Khmer king Suryavarman II [3] to build Angkor Wat in early 12th century in Yasodharapura, the capital of the Khmer Empire as the temple and his tomb. Unlike traditional religious Shaiva (Shiva), predecessor of kings, Angkor Wat Vishnu worship. Best preserved in the region, Angkor Wat is the only temple remained the religious center position. The temple is the pinnacle of Khmer-style architecture and is recognized as a world heritage site in 1992. Angkor Wat has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on the national flag and is the leading attractions of land country.
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