Bayon - Wikipedia
The Bayon (Khmer: ប្រាសាទបាយ័ន, Prasat Bayoăn [praːsaːt baːjŏən]; / ˈbaɪɔːn / BAI-on) is a richly decorated Theravada Buddhist temple of the Khmer Empire located at Angkor in Cambodia.
The Bayon: A temple with many faces - Smarthistory
Constructed in the heart of Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple was intended to represent Mt. Meru on earth. To enter the royal city and gain access to the temple, visitors in the past and present are …
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With warm hospitality and an ambiance reminiscent of Cambodia's cultural splendor, Bayon invites you on a gastronomic journey and experience that resonates with the spirit of revival and the enduring …
Bayon | Temples of Angkor, Cambodia - Lonely Planet
At the heart of Angkor Thom is the 12th-century Bayon, the mesmerising, if slightly mind-bending, state temple of Jayavarman VII. It epitomises the creative genius and inflated ego of Cambodia’s most …
Bayon Temple – Hidden Quirks, Facts and History - Hello Angkor
Jan 1, 2026 · When was Bayon Temple Built? Bayon was built in the late 12th or early 13th century with the exact date being unknown. It was constructed well after Angkor Wat by a century or so and whilst …
Bayon, the | Angkor Thom, Khmer Empire, Sandstone | Britannica
Most of the temple mountains are oriented east to west, the main gates facing east. Originally the Bayon was designed to serve as the primary locus of the royal cult and to serve as Jayavarman’s personal …
Bayon Temple: The Smiling Heart of Angkor - Wonders of Cambodia
Jul 13, 2025 · Bayon is not just an archaeological wonder; it is also a profound symbol of national pride. Images of Bayon’s towers and their serene faces appear on Cambodian currency and stamps and …
Bayon Temple: The Jewel of Cambodia’s Ancient Angkor Complex
Sep 20, 2023 · Bayon was built in the late 12th or early 13th century as a state temple for the seat of the Khmer Empire. It was commissioned by King Jayavarman VII and originally called “Jayagiri” meaning …
The Bayon Temple in Cambodia | DailyArt Magazine
Dec 14, 2025 · The Bayon Temple is located at the heart of Angkor Thom and served as the state temple of the Emperor Jayavarman VII. It is a mountain temple built to represent Mount Meru – the …
Bayon - Encyclopedia.com
One of Southeast Asia's most famous monuments, the Bayon is a densely crowded sandstone temple constructed under King Jayavarman VII (r. 1181–ca. 1220) at Angkor Thom in northwest Cambodia.