Koh Ker Temple Listed As UNESCO World Heritage Site - Cambodia

Koh Ker Temple Listed As UNESCO World Heritage Site - Cambodia

Cambodia's Koh Ker Temple archaeological site has been officially added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, during the 45th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on September 17, 2023. Photographed here in November 2004, the ancient temple, also known as Lingapura or Chok Gargyar, is located in Srayong commune of Preah Vihear province’s Kulen district. According to UNESCO, the Koh Ker site spans 1,187ha. Photo by Patrick Aventurier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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