| Title | Khmer Angkor Wat architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | The Angkor Wat style, prominent in Southeast Asia, is characterized by its grand scale, intricate bas-reliefs, and cruciform galleries, reflecting Hindu cosmology and state power. |
| Also Known As | Khmer Baphuon to Angkor Wat Style Hindu Temple Architecture Khmer Temple Architecture Baphuon Style Angkor Wat Style Hindu Cosmology Dravidian Temple Planning Southeast Asian Prasat Design |
| Tags | Prasat Gopuram Mandapa Meru Hindu Cosmology Devaraja |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-9308852747-19:15:00:26:04:22:KAWAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/khmer-angkor-wat-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/khmer-angkor-wat-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Cambodia Thailand Laos Vietnam |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 12th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Khmer Empire |
Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu Temples Royal Complexes |
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| Associated Deities | Vishnu Shiva Various Hindu Deities |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Sandstone Laterite Brick |
|---|---|
| Architectural Features | Prasat Towers Gopurams Moats Enclosure Walls Bas-Reliefs Cruciform Galleries |
Keywords
| Keywords | Prasat Gopuram Mandapa Meru Hindu Cosmology Devaraja |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angkor Wat: Time, Space, and Kingship | Book |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Phanom Rung Historical Park Buri Ram | Primary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Sandstone
Laterite
Brick
Related Features
Prasat Towers
Gopurams
Moats
Enclosure Walls
Bas-Reliefs
Cruciform Galleries
Example Sites
How to Identify Khmer Angkor Wat architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Prasat Towers, Gopurams, Moats.
- Verify geographic location: Khmer Angkor Wat architecture style architecture is typically found in Cambodia and Thailand.
- Examine construction materials: Khmer Angkor Wat architecture style typically uses Sandstone and Laterite.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 12th Century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.