Terrace of the Elephants
Terrace of the Elephants
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Dr. Issa Abu-Dayyeh
Amman, Jordan4,563 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
This is a terrace adorned with Eleohant carvings, originally built by one of the Khmer kings to celebrate the victories of his armies.
It is a nice walk, and requires around 30 minutes to visit.
If you are visiting Bayon temple, definitely go and see it, it is nearby.
It you are not visiting Bayon, I would skip.
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It is a nice walk, and requires around 30 minutes to visit.
If you are visiting Bayon temple, definitely go and see it, it is nearby.
It you are not visiting Bayon, I would skip.
Recommended!
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Written January 9, 2020
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chuckymustdie
Australia643 contributions
Mar 2020
On your drive through Angkor Thom, it’s well worth a stop at the Elephant Terrace. The reliefs along the wall are great. Most people I noticed snapped a photo or two then moved on. I reckon it’s worth a visit of about 15mins
Written April 15, 2020
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Balasubramanian R
Chennai (Madras), India805 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
Terrace of the Elephants is one of the tourist attraction in Angkor. It is a part of the walled city of Angkor Thom and the temple complex is ruined. The terrace was used by the King to watch his victorious returning army. The walls are carved with elephants.
Written December 24, 2023
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Lukewatsero
Philippines251 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
We visited Elephants Terrace after we visited the Bayon Temple, Baphuon and Phimeanakas. An amazing runway from Baphuon Side to the Leper King Terrace on the other side. A must see in Angkor Thom.
Written June 24, 2016
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forestgraham
Chester, UK196 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom and is best viewed when visiting the majestic Bayon as it's only a short, gentle stroll away.
The terrace Elephant Terrace was used by Angkor's king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to admire his victorious army returning from battle. The wall is two and a half-metres tall, 300 metres long and adorned with carved elephants and garudas. Access is easy and you can walk atop the terrace but to do so would be to miss some of the carvings adorning the red walls and some of the three dimensional elephants, with their trunks protruding to the ground as if in support.
An impressive and unusual site to be enjoyed with Bayon. I'd allow 30 minutes to appreciate properly.
The terrace Elephant Terrace was used by Angkor's king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to admire his victorious army returning from battle. The wall is two and a half-metres tall, 300 metres long and adorned with carved elephants and garudas. Access is easy and you can walk atop the terrace but to do so would be to miss some of the carvings adorning the red walls and some of the three dimensional elephants, with their trunks protruding to the ground as if in support.
An impressive and unusual site to be enjoyed with Bayon. I'd allow 30 minutes to appreciate properly.
Written December 7, 2016
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Rune T
Lund, Sweden489 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
A long terrace at the heart of Angkor Thom. Has got its' name from hunting scenes with elephants on the wall. And there are more art reliefs.
Written February 16, 2020
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Dr Md Mahbubur
Sylhet City, Bangladesh131 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
This temple situated on the way of angkor wat.so no need to walk more .Elephant temple called becouse many many small and big elephant formation made by rock.very exceptional works.near this area there is some restaurants so you can take some rest and enjoy cambodian style foods ,very tasety.near the restaurants there are very clean restroom for ladies and also jents .after visited this area you will get the huge angkor wat.
Written January 20, 2020
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GregB052148
Tarpon Springs, FL636 contributions
Dec 2019
The entire length of wall is adorned with carvings of elephants in the stone facade. Pretty neat to walk along.
Written January 9, 2020
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NikkiB
89 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Seeing the intricate work of these carvings and having an explanation of their depiction by our fantastic guide, meant that I would suggest this is a must.
Just step back and look at they’re splendour! Some say they are worn, yes, they are old, but stunning nevertheless!
Just step back and look at they’re splendour! Some say they are worn, yes, they are old, but stunning nevertheless!
Written December 23, 2019
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Danny S
Baku, Azerbaijan1,875 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
One of the highlights of Angkor Wat complex - its very long wall / balustrade / terrace covered in elephants silhouettes . The condition of the terrace is phenomenal . At the corners and on a sides of staircases there are elephants trunks . Must see !!!
Written July 17, 2019
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I went in early December and it was hot. I needed an electric fan! But the Khmer people were wearing windbreakers and jackets... we tourists were dressed in summer gear. Bring a hat and sunglasses!
Written February 21, 2017
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