- Area: Siem Reap Province > Krong Siem Reab > Sangkat Nokor Thum
- | Type: Ancient Remains & Temples
Also referred to as Preah Vihear Prambuon Lavaeng, it’s a functioning monastery where the remnants of laterite shrines and a large reconstructed terrace that features a monumental Buddha statue. The terrace features ornately capped double sema demarcating the sacred area.
To the west of the recently reconstructed terrace, are two ancient laterite constructions, one being the remains of a square construction open to the east with stairs, while the other is an octagonal-shaped construction that has recently been partly restored by appearances.
A sandstone dharmacakra was also found here as seen in the historical images further below. In early French maps, the site was referred to as Terrace No. 2 and is one of the many Buddhist Terraces found in Angkor Thom, you can find links to new research on the topic here.
Historical Images – property of EFEO via Fonds Cambodge
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Site Info
- Site Name: Terrasse N 2 - Preah Vihar Pram Buon Lven Khmer Name: វត្តព្រះអង្គសាងទុក
- Reference ID: HA16634 | Posted: February 10, 2021 | Last Update: October 11th, 2022
- Other Names: Terrasse N 2, Terrasse Boudhique No 2, Preah Ang Sang Tuk
- Tags/Group: Angkor, Angkor Thom, Buddhist Terrace
- Location: Siem Reap Province > Krong Siem Reab > Sangkat Nokor Thum
- MoCFA ID: 654
