The ancient city of ancient city of Angkor Thom which means "Great City" in Khmer was founded by King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century. At its height, it may have supported a population of 1 million people.
The Southern Gate
A row of gods carrying a giant serpent - a motif taken from the story of the Churning of the Ocean of Milk as found in the bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat
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