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The Khmer Empire's Hidden Engineers: Water and Power
We often hear that Angkor fell to drought or invasion, but the story of its rise is equally tied to water. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how the Khmer Empire didn't just survive in a monsoon climate—they engineered one. We dive into the massive hydraulic networks built under Yasovarman I in the late ninth century, focusing on the West Baray and the intricate system of canals that turned the surrounding forest into an agricultural powerhouse. This wasn't just irrigation; it was political theater. By controlling the flow of water, the kings controlled the rice, and by…
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