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| Angkor Wat at sunrise. Photo by Chris Raven |
Archaeologists in Cambodia have unearthed a treasure trove of previously unknown cities close by the ancient temple city of Angkor Wat.Researchers believe that the groundbreaking discoveries will rewrite many of the current assumptions surrounding the history of south-east Asia. The Guardian reports that it was through laser technology that a large empire from the 12th century was found concealed under the earth. Dr Damian Evans, the Australian archaeologist, had his findings published this week in the Journal of Archaeological Science. He states that multiple cities from between 900 and 1,400 years old were found beneath the tropical forest floor. What is remarkable is that a number of these urban areas rival the size of the country’s capital city, Phnom Penh.
Cambodia travel guide
Ascend to the realm of the gods, Angkor Wat. Descend into hell at Tuol Sleng prison. With a history both inspiring and depressing, Cambodia delivers an intoxicating present.
Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Temples of Angkor, South Coast, Northwestern Cambodia, Eastern Cambodia, Understand & Survival guide chapters.
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