The southern portion of the west gallery depicts a battle scene from the Hindu Mahabharata epic, in which the Kauravas (coming from the north) and the Pandavas (coming from the south) advance upon each other, meeting in furious battle. Infantry are shown on the lowest tier, with officers on elephants, and chiefs on the second and ...
Some of the more interesting details (from left to right): a dead chief lying on a pile of arrows, surrounded by his grieving parents and troops; a warrior on an elephant who, by putting down his weapon, has accepted defeat; and a mortally wounded officer, falling from his carriage into the arms of his soldiers. Over the centuries, some sections have been polished (by the millions of hands that fall upon them) to look like black marble. The portico at the southwestern corner is decorated with sculptures representing characters from the Ramayana.
The southern portion of the west gallery depicts a battle scene from the Hindu Mahabharata epic, in which the Kauravas (coming from the north) and the Pandavas (coming from the south) advance upon each other, meeting in furious battle. Infantry are shown on the lowest tier, with officers on elephants, and chiefs on the second and third tiers.
Some of the more interesting details (from left to right): a dead chief lying on a pile of arrows, surrounded by his grieving parents and troops; a warrior on an elephant who, by putting down his weapon, has accepted defeat; and a mortally wounded officer, falling from his carriage into the arms of his soldiers. Over the centuries, some sections have been polished (by the millions of hands that fall upon them) to look like black marble. The portico at the southwestern corner is decorated with sculptures representing characters from the Ramayana.
Perfect tour for those who want to see more of Cambodian countryside, but don’t have much time. Rice fields, buffalos and village roads are waiting for ...
Experience with local ecotourism site where you’ll see the real life and real culture of local people in the countryside Hike in a beautiful environment – waterfall, bat cave, pine forest where ...
The best way to experience the Sunset over the paddy fields, this unique experience offers you with great pictures and best suites all groups, single, couples or families. Taste the local food with a ...
On this bicycle tour I will show you hidden gems of villages in Siem Reap, Cambodia. We will explore on the off road and hang out with the locals, eating local food, meet local villagers to explore ...
After enjoying your lunch break, we continue to explore the most spectacular building, Angkor Wat temple and if you prefer to sunset, the best spot is Phnom Bakheng hill. We have to be a sunset spot ...
Escape the tourist trail for a scenic sojourn in the Cambodian countryside on this easy 4.5-hour bike excursion from Siem Reap. Wind your way down dirt tracks and hidden trails on an 18-mile (30-km) ...
Guest Name: Mr. GERMAN ENRIQUE PAREDES MEDINA
Country: Peru
City: LIMA
N.of Person: 1 pax
Travel date: 1972-06-27
Booked: Angkor Wat Helicopter Flight Tour
Tour Style: Day Trip Tours
Duration: Half-Day