Angkor: Land of the Gods - Season 1 - Eps 2: Throne of Power
The most spectacular architectural wonders in Cambodia's ancient city of Angkor were built after its darkest days. Journey with us as we trace the rise of Jayavarman VII who, after being exiled, became king of the Khmer Empire following his defeat of the Champa kingdom. See how the sprawling city complex of Angkor Thom grew under his rule to support the vibrant and thriving Khmer civilization. Witness the palaces and temples he built, as they first appeared hundreds of years ago, before time and nature took its toll on this once great city.
About Angkor: Land of the Gods
Title: Angkor: Land of the Gods
First Air Date: 2013-02-09
Last Air Date: 2013-02-09
Status: Ended
Rating: 10/10 (from 1 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 2
Network: Smithsonian Channel
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Smithsonian Productions, Smithsonian Channel
Synopsis
Buddhists, Hindus, and hundreds of thousands of travelers from around the globe flock to Cambodia every year to experience the grandeur of Angkor. Its famous temples were built over the span of five centuries by the rulers of the Khmer Empire, and endure today as one of Earth's greatest archaeological wonders. We peel away the myth and legend to uncover the hidden story behind the creation of this ancient city.
Cast
Yongkyu Lee
Narrator
