Bayon - Wikipedia
The Bayon (Khmer: ប្រាសាទបាយ័ន, Prasat Bayoăn [praːsaːt baːjŏən]) (/ ˈ b aɪ ɔː n / BAI-on) is a richly decorated Khmer temple related to Buddhism at Angkor in Cambodia.
Smarthistory – The Bayon: A temple with many faces
The Bayon Temple, which was constructed during Jayavarman VII’s reign, is unique as it is the only Buddhist state temple and the last to be built in the Angkor Empire (also sometimes called the Khmer Empire).
Bayon | Temples of Angkor, Cambodia - Lonely Planet
Bayon. At the heart of Angkor Thom is the 12th-century Bayon, the mesmerising, if slightly mind-bending, state temple of Jayavarman VII. It epitomises the creative genius and inflated ego of Cambodia’s most celebrated king.
Bayon, the | Angkor Thom, Khmer Empire, Sandstone | Britannica
Bayon, the, Cambodian Buddhist pyramid temple constructed c. 1200 at the behest of Jayavarman VII (1181–c. 1220), who had broken with Khmer tradition and adopted Mahāyāna Buddhism. In order to conform with traditional mythology, the Khmer kings built themselves a series of artificial mountains on.
Bayon Temple - Angkor Archaeological Park, SIem Reap, Cambodia
Jan 31, 2023 · Bayon temple is in the heart of the ancient city of Angkor Thom, which was the symbolic center of the Khmer empire. Bayon is dedicated to Buddha and was the state temple of King Jayavarman VII.
Bayon Temple – Hidden Quirks, Facts and History - Hello Angkor
Jan 20, 2021 · Bayon Temple is a richly decorated ancient Khmer temple located at the center of Angkor Thom in Angkor Archeological Park of Siem Reap, Cambodia. It is one of the must-see temples when visiting the area being famous for its array of towers with smiling faces and “baroque” architecture in a Khmer context. From an architectural point of view ...
Bayon Temple: The Jewel of Cambodia’s Ancient Angkor Complex
Sep 20, 2023 · Discover Bayon Temple, a true gem nestled within Cambodia's famed Angkor complex. With its enigmatic stone faces and intricate carvings, delve deep into the beauty and history of this ancient architectural marvel.
Discover the Wonders of Bayon Temple: Ancient Jewel of Cambodia
Mar 16, 2024 · Bayon Temple, located in the heart of Cambodia, is one of the most remarkable historical sites in Southeast Asia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century, the temple served as the state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, who ruled from 1181 to …
Bayon - Temple of the mysterious stone face towers - Renown …
Best known for its mysterious face towers, the Bayon is a mountain temple. Its bas reliefs show religious and mythological scenes as well as historical events.
Bayon Temple (ប្រាសាទបាយ័ន, Prasat Bayon) | Cambodia Explorer
Sep 10, 2019 · Bayon is the state temple of the legendary Cambodian King Jayavarman VII. It’s architectural wonder epitomizes the overall creative genius as well as the inflated ego of this renowned king. It was built sometime in the late 12th century, and is known as one of the iconic temples in the Kingdom of Wonder.