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The Bas-Reliefs of Angkor Wat
In this episode, Lucas and Luna step away from the kings and wars of the Khmer Empire to examine the extraordinary bas-reliefs that line the galleries of Angkor Wat. These intricately carved stone panels—stretching nearly 800 meters—depict scenes from Hindu epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as historical processions and everyday life. Lucas explains how the reliefs were created, what they reveal about Khmer society, and the debates among scholars about their meaning. He also shares the story of the Churning of the Ocean of Milk, a massive panel that shows gods and demons…
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