Harshavarman II
| Preceded by Jayavarman IV 928 – 941 |
Harshavarman II Emperor of Angkor 941 – 944 |
Succeeded by Rajendravarman II 944 – 968 |
| Religion: | Hindu (Shaivite) |
| Monuments: | — |
| Relatives: | Son of Jayavarman IV Cousin of Rajendravarman II |
Harshavarman II (Khmer: ហស៌វរ្ម័នទី២) succeeded his father Jayavarman IV and maintained the state capital at Koh Ker.
His reign was brief and "characterised by conflict". His cousin, Rajendravarman II, wrestled the power away from him and moved the capital back to Yashodharapura.
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