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Ancient Cambodia
A journey of the hidden ancient wonders of Cambodia from the prehistoric through to the 19th century, with full-color photos of over 350+ sites including every standing temple in Cambodia from the Ancient Funan, Chenla, and Angkorian eras.
Including an introduction to History, Temple Typology & Construction, and, an illustrated introduction to the Evolution of Khmer Art over 2000 years.
Almost 6 years in the making and a journey of over 30,000 km visiting over 1,500 archaeological and heritage sites. This book is a collection of all the ancient standing temples in Cambodia, those that are mostly whole, or at least with structure above the lintel, some 350+ sites.
It has been an incredible journey to bring this book to light, working from old French publications and the people in the local villages to find our way to many remote and unknown wonders still hidden deep within the clutches of the Cambodian jungle. Through our favorite photos and short concise descriptions, all the temples from the well-known to the unknown are introduced, province by province with maps.
In its 700+ pages, the book also features over 150 illustrations to introduce temple typology and features, gods, guardians, Apsara/devata through time, diverse artifacts, and, the evolution of Khmer art by chronological style: Prehistory; 6th c – Phnom Da; 7th c – Thala Borivat/Early Sambor; 7th c – Sambor Prei Kuk, Prasat Andet, Prei Khmeng; 8th c – Kampong Preah; 9th c – Kulen, Preah Ko; 10th c – Bakheng, Koh Ker, Pre Rup, Banteay Srei; 11th c – Khleang & Baphuon; 12th c – Angkor Wat; 12th-13th c – Bayon; 13th-15th c – Post-Bayon/Late Angkor; 15th-19th c – Post-Angkorian
Whether you are a student of history, a seasoned traveler, or simply an armchair adventurer, this book is a must-have for anyone who has ever dreamed of exploring Cambodia. Read More
Essential Siem Reap: The Must-Carry Guide to the City and Temples of Angkor
First published in 2017, and updated in 2018 & 2019 with a 2024 edition pending.
In this easy-to-carry book, we cover the Angkor Archaeological Park and its amazing temples, including Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, Phnom Bakheng, Baphuon, Banteay Srei, Preah Khan, and many more plus the temples away from the well-beaten tourist trails.
Also, features all the secret sunrise and sunset spots at the temples. More than just the ancient temples, the book features the best of the city including a collection of attractions and things to do between visiting the temples, amazing local foods, where to eat like a local, the must-see Buddhist pagodas, the Tonle Sap, the beauty of the Apsara dance and where to see it, where ALL the markets are and where to go shopping, Pub Street and nightlife.
It also features maps plus a link to an online map featuring all the key places, essential info on surviving the heat and keeping safe, a guide to transport plus some basics on language, history, and seasons.