Khmer statues

Khmer Empire

  • Civil war between Khmer Kings.
    Jan 1, 1002

    Civil war between Khmer Kings.

    Khmer leaders Jayaviravarman and Suryavarman I battle for supremacy. Meanwhile construction begins on Western Barray.
  • Suryavarman I wins civil war.
    Jan 1, 1002

    Suryavarman I wins civil war.

    After his great victory, Suryavarman rules until 1050.
  • Mahidharapura Dynasty founded.
    Jan 1, 1080

    Mahidharapura Dynasty founded.

    Established by Jayavarman VI who later builds Phimai Temple.
  • Suryavarman II crowned King.
    Jan 1, 1113

    Suryavarman II crowned King.

    Constructs Angkor Wat and reigns until 1150.
  • Angkor Wat construction begins.
    Jan 1, 1125

    Angkor Wat construction begins.

    Suryavarman II called for the construction of a temple worthy to hold his burial and be home of the gods.
  • Chams loot Khmer capital Angkor.
    Jan 1, 1177

    Chams loot Khmer capital Angkor.

    After a humiliating defeat, the Chams seek their revenge by looting the main city of Angkor taking priceless goods. Amgkor suffered partial burning.
  • Jayavarman VII begins reign.
    Jan 1, 1181

    Jayavarman VII begins reign.

    The most powerful and influential Khmer king who’s rule lasted till 1215 AD.
  • Jayavarman VII dies.
    Jan 1, 1220

    Jayavarman VII dies.

    The Khmers most influential kings becomes ill resulting in his death.
  • Chinese chronicler Zhou Daguan visits Angkor.
    Jan 1, 1296

    Chinese chronicler Zhou Daguan visits Angkor.

    He records daily life in Khmer capital and study’s the culture and ways of the Khmer.
  • Khmer Empire Declines
    Jan 1, 1432

    Khmer Empire Declines

    The Thai kingdom of Ayutthaya took Angkor in 1431 AD which signifies the end of the Khmer empire.
  • Khmer Empire Begins

    Khmer Empire Begins

    The reign of Khmer Empire and its Kings begin.
  • New King, Yashovarman I.

    New King, Yashovarman I.

    Although he only rules for a year he completes Lolei, Indratataka, and Eastern Barray (reservoir). He establishes Phnom Bakhend temple.
  • Period: to Jan 1, 1431

    Khmer Empire Era

    Khmer Empire's era that lasted for 629 years.