Description
The Baphuon Temple and its elevated sandstone bridge are excellent examples of flood-resistant design in ancient Khmer architecture. Constructed in the mid-11th century under King Udayadityavarman II, the temple is raised on a multi-tiered base, and the pathway leading to it is supported by columns to prevent water accumulation and damage during Cambodia’s monsoon season.
This elevation ensured the accessibility and longevity of the temple and its approach, demonstrating the Khmer Empire's mastery of engineering solutions for challenging environmental conditions. These structures not only served practical purposes but also reinforced the temple’s symbolic representation of Mount Meru, the sacred mountain in Hindu-Buddhist cosmology.
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