Baphuon Temple

Baphuon Temple, Angkor Thom, Cambodia – 2018. Baphuon Temple was built in the mid-11th century as the state temple of Udayadityavarman II dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. It is a multi-tiered pyramid representing the mythical Hindu Mount Meru and is located in the centre of the city that existed before Angkor Thom. In the late 15th century, the Baphuon was converted to a Buddhist temple.
An outer building on the raised causeway leading to Baphuon Temple
Baphuon Temple. It is a multi-tiered pyramid
Baphuon Temple
The tower of the entrance gopura at Baphuon Temple
The lower portion of the pyramid which is Baphuon Temple
Baphuon Temple. It is a multi-tiered pyramid
Baphuon Temple
The top, unrestored section, of Baphuon Temple
The top of one of the towers of Baphuon Temple
The causeway leading to Baphuon Temple
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