The Terrace of the Elephants is a stunning 350-meter-long stone platform in the heart of Angkor Thom. Built by King Jayavarman VII as a viewing stand for watching returning armies and royal ceremonies. Its walls are decorated with magnificent bas-reliefs of life-sized elephants with their mahouts, as well as garudas and lions. The terrace was connected to the Royal Palace, of which only ruins remain today
Included in Angkor Pass. Do not miss the narrow corridor behind the main terrace with additional carvings
Early morning or late afternoon for best light on the bas-reliefs. The terrace is best explored as part of a walking tour of central Angkor Thom including Bayon and Baphuon. Allow 30-60 minutes
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These are representations of Airavata, the three-headed white elephant that carries the god Indra. Airavata is a sacred symbol in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, representing clouds and rain
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