Garuda

Carved stone reliefs of Garuda, a Hindu mythical bird who transports the god Vishnu, appear to support the Elephant Terrace at Angkor Thom. (Learn more)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Learn more

This high stone platform now called the Elephant Terrace (because of its elephant carvings) is believed to have been the base of King Jayavarman VII’s audience pavillions. Because the pavillions for the king’s guests likely were made of wood, only the stone platforms have survived.

Learn more about .

Powered by LEARN NC