20/09/2025
ប្រាសាទព្រះវិហារថតឆ្នាំ២០២៤
តែពីរបីនាទីអំពីការបែរមុខទៅទិសខុសប្រក្រតីពីប្រាសាទភាគច្រេីននៅអង្គរ
Have you ever wondered why most ancient Khmer temples face east, towards the rising sun? Preah Vihea Temple is the spectacular exception to the rule. Perched on a cliffside in the dângrêk Mountains,this UNESCO World Heritage Site holds unique architectural secrets tthat set it apart from Angkor Wat and every other temple in Cambodia.
in this video we explore two of its most fascinating anomalies:
1. The North-Facing Orientation: Unlike virtually all other Khmertemples, Preah Vihea is aligned along a noth-south axis. This was a genius decision by its ancient architects. The northern approach provided the only feasible path up the mountain,featuring a long, gradual slope perfect for a grand ceremonial staircase. Furthermore, this direction faced the heard of the Khmer Empire, from where pilgrims and Kings would have arrived.
2.The Missing Southern Gallery Gate: A lot of classic Khmer temples are symmetrical "temple-mountains" surrounded by one, two, or three galleries with gates(gopuras) at each cardinal point. But Preah Vihea is different. Look closely at the southern gallery ...there is no gate! This deshign is a direct result of its cliff-edge location and unique spiritual journey.
Join me, Le Heng, a certified tour guide, as we unravel the mysteries of this breathtaking temple. its unique design isn't a mistake-it's a masterpiece of ancient engineering adapted to both the landscape and the gods.
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