Preah Khan was built in the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. And like the nearby Ta Prohm, Preah Khan has been left largely unrestored, so again we see giant trees eating up the temple buildings.
Preah Khan was built after King Jayavarman VII's victory over the invading Chams in 1191. Not sure if that is why the name "Preah Khan" means "Holy Sword", or because there was really some Holy Sword stored somewhere in the temple. But one thing for sure, this temple was dedicated to the King's father.
There are lots of pretty bas reliefs in Preah Khan that are still pretty much intact. While some of them might already be discolored, all of them look so fine and delicate! White-chan especially like the bas relief of Buddha under the Bodhi tree on one wall that is filled with green algae! But it is so not obvious that if you walk a bit faster, sure miss it one!
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