Khmer Empire

By Hayden00
  • Jan 1, 1122

    Jayavarman II declares himself chakravartin (ruler of the world).

    1st Jan, 1122 It is said that Angkor Wat is one of the most stunning temple of all time, it took over 30 years and it was started by the great king Suryavarman II.

  • The Beginning of the era of the Khmer Empire

    Jayavarman II declares himself chakravartin (ruler of the world). Then came the beginning of the Khmer empire.

  • Temples Preah Ko and Bakhong are built.

    1st Jan, 0877 Indravarmin becomes king. Preah Ko temple is built, which is one of the first temple mountain buildings. Eastern Baray is also recognized.

  • Rajendravarman II becomes king and attacks part of Vietnam

    1st Jan, 0944 Rajendravarman II becomes king and Champa (part of Vietnam) is attacked and plundered. He also builds Eastern Mebon and Pre Rup.

  • The reign of Jayavarman V

    1st Jan, 0968 Jayavarman V becomes king, Banteay Srei, a temple built to honour the Hindu God Shivia, is constructed.