Royal Terraces
| Date: | Late 12th century CE |
| Style: | Bayon |
| King: | Jayavarman VII (reign 1181 – 1220 CE) |
| Cult: | Hindu |
The Royal Terraces dominate the parade grounds in the centre of Angkor Thom, north of the Bayon Temple, facing the Suor Proat Temple towers.
Formed by the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King, the Royal Terraces have a length of about 400m (1,300') along their north-south axis.
Please also see My Work at the Royal Terraces.
Map of The Royal Terraces
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