Latest / The Khmer Empire: The Lost Civilization Behind Angkor Wat — Fexingo History
Angkor's Iron King: Jayavarman IV and the Koh Ker Interlude
In the mid-10th century, the Khmer Empire faced a crisis of succession that led to one of its most enigmatic rulers: Jayavarman IV. After a disputed claim to the throne, he abandoned the traditional capital of Yasodharapura (Angkor) and built a new city at Koh Ker, deep in the northern forests. This episode explores the political upheaval, the massive temple-mountain of Prasat Thom, the ambitious irrigation projects that sustained a capital in a water-scarce region, and the mysterious disappearance of Koh Ker after Jayavarman IV's death. We also examine the reign of his son Harshavarman…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.