🏛️ Angkor Roluos
Earliest major settlement of the Khmer Empire
Roluos, identified as 668-002 within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor, Cambodia, represents the earliest major settlement of the Khmer Empire. This archaeological complex, predating the famed Angkor Wat, offers a captivating glimpse into the origins and early development of Khmer architecture and civilization.
📋 Fast Facts
- Established late 9th century by King Indravarman I as Khmer capital
- Comprises three temple complexes: Bakong, Preah Ko, and Lolei
- Built from brick and laterite; predates Angkor Wat
- Served as capital for approximately 50 years
Roluos represents the earliest major settlement and capital of the Khmer Empire, established in the late 9th century ...