Angkor, Cambodia (UNESCO)

http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/668

 

Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations. UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging programme to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.

 

Postcard 1 : Angkor Wat

 

 

Sender: Pjsubway, Sent on: 25 Mar, 2014, Received on: 10 Apr, 2014, Travel time: 15 days

Sent from Siem Reap - Angkor

 

Postcard 2 : Angkor Wat

 

 

Sender: Janet, Sent on: 2 Feb, 2014, Received on: 24 Feb, 2014, Travel time: 22 days

Sent from Phnom Penh

Multiview (self printed), Cambodia

Sender: Kat, Sent on: 8 Dec, 2013, Received on: 17 Dec, 2013, Travel time: 9 days

Sent from Taiwan

Temple of Preah Vihear, Cambodia (UNESCO)

My first postcard from Cambodia :)

http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1224

Situated on the edge of a plateau that dominates the plain of Cambodia, the Temple of Preah Vihear is dedicated to Shiva. The Temple is composed of a series of sanctuaries linked by a system of pavements and staircases over an 800 metre long axis and dates back to the first half of the 11th century AD. Nevertheless, its complex history can be traced to the 9th century, when the hermitage was founded. This site is particularly well preserved, mainly due to its remote location. The site is exceptional for the quality of its architecture, which is adapted to the natural environment and the religious function of the temple, as well as for the exceptional quality of its carved stone ornamentation.

Sender: Eray, Sent on: 15 Nov, 2013, Received on: 2 Dec, 2013, Travel time: 18 days