Ishanapura was the capital of the Chenla Empire that flourished in the late 6th and early 7th centuries AD. The remains include a walled city center and numerous temples, ten of which are octagonal, unique specimens of their genre in southeast Asia. Decorated sandstone elements in the site are characteristic of the pre-Angkor decorative idiom, known as the Sambor Prei Kuk Style.
Established by King Jayavarman IV and constructed over a 23 year period, this was one of two rival Khmer Empire capitals - the other being Angkor - and was the sole capital from 928 to 944.
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Last updated: September 17, 2023
