Banteay Prei Nokor
| Banteay Prei Nokor | |
|---|---|
| Khmer name | បន្ទាយព្រៃនគរ |
| Also known as | Temple of "Wat Nokor in Khum of Kompong Siem" |
| Site type | Temple |
| Location | Kampong Cham province |
| Country | Cambodia |
| Period | 11th century |
| Subjects | Religion & Spiritual Life; History & Remembrance |
Banteay Prei Nokor is a temple in Kampong Cham province, Cambodia. (Wikipedia)
History
The monument was built out of sandstone and laterite and is composed of a central tower surrounded by four laterite wall enclosures. The temple complex is believed to have been the headquarters of Jayavarman VII for a time, from where he extended his influence over nearby principalities. The site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List on September 1, 1992, in the Cultural category, but the Cambodian Government withdrew it from the Tentative List in 2022. (Wikipedia)
Significance
Banteay Prei Nokor is the largest ancient temple complex in Kampong Cham Province. Its central tower is decorated with motifs characteristic of Bayon, including Buddhist scenes on the pediments, and the temple has an inscription in the central pavilion. The complex is built of black sandstone and incorporates a more modern temple built over and around the original Angkorian structure, creating a blend of architectural styles. (Wikipedia)
Visiting
A sign at the entrance officially designates the temple as Nokor Bachey Temple. An inscription in the central pavilion is open to visitors to see and touch. (Wikipedia)