- Area: Siem Reap Province > Krong Siem Reab > Sangkat Nokor Thum
- | Type: Ancient Remains & Temples
Remnants of a tall earthen wall with a laterite substructure that connects in between Angkor Thom and the East Baray. Running parallel on the northern side is a modern laid dirt trail and a canal that connects into the moat of Angkor Thom. It may have also spawned a bridge at its western end while at the eastern end you can find the contemporary spillway which is a nice picnic spot.
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Recent research articles shed more light on its form and function
- Klassen, Sarah & Attorre, Tiago & Brotherson, David & Rachna, Chhay & Johnson, Wayne & Moffat, Ian & Fletcher, Roland. (2021). Deciphering a Timeline of Demise at Medieval Angkor, Cambodia Using Remote Sensing. Remote Sensing. 13. 2094. 10.3390/rs13112094. Read on ResearchGate
Map
*Important: mapped location may only be approximated to the district level/village only. To visit sites outside the tourist zones you should seek a local guide from the area read more.
Site Info
- Site Name: North Bank Wall
- Reference ID: HA18259 | Posted: June 1, 2021 | Last Update: June 1st, 2021
- Tags/Group: Ancient Structure, Angkor
- Location: Siem Reap Province > Krong Siem Reab > Sangkat Nokor Thum
