Cultural
Koh Ker : site archéologique de l’ancienne Lingapura ou Chok Gargyar
Cambodge
Located in northern Cambodia, this archaeological site preserves the remains of Lingapura, an important city also known as Chok Gargyar, which served as a capital during the early medieval period of the Khmer civilization. The site is characterized by its distinctive architectural structures, including temples and administrative buildings that reflect the religious and political organization of its era. Koh Ker's layout and monuments provide significant evidence of Khmer urban planning and construction techniques, contributing to scholarly understanding of Southeast Asian heritage during this historical period. The site's geographic position in a remote region of Cambodia has aided in the preservation of its structures, though environmental conditions and vegetation have affected the visibility of some elements. The archaeological remains at Koh Ker represent an important cultural sequence in the development of Cambodian civilization and offer insights into the region's historical transitions and cultural practices.
